ReviewWorld journal of pediatrics : WJP2015
Weaning preterm infants from continuous positive airway pressure: evidence for best practice.
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- Weaning strategies for the withdrawal of non-invasive respiratory support applying continuous positive airway pressure in preterm infants: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMJ paediatrics open · 2020Pooled it
- Sudden vs Pressure Wean From Nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure in Infants Born Before 32 Weeks of Gestation: A Randomized Clinical Trial.JAMA pediatrics · 2018Trial
- Comparison of methods of Weaning from Nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure in Preterm Infants: A Randomized Controlled Trial.Pakistan journal of medical sciences · 2026Article
- Point-of-care lung ultrasound for continuous positive airway pressure discontinuation in preterm infants.Journal of perinatology : official journal of the California Perinatal Association · 2025Article
- Early successful weaning from continuous positive airway pressure in infants <32 weeks of gestation: predictors of success.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2025Article
- Non-invasive neurally adjusted ventilatory assist (NIV-NAVA) in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU): an Australian NICU experience.BMC pediatrics · 2024Article
- Non-invasive ventilation in neonates: a review of current literature.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2023Review
- Use of noninvasive mechanical ventilation weaning protocol in neonatal intensive care units in Brazil: a descriptive study.Revista paulista de pediatria : orgao oficial da Sociedade de Pediatria de Sao Paulo · 2023Article
- Practical aspects on the use of non-invasive respiratory support in preterm infants.International journal of pediatrics & adolescent medicine · 2020Review
- Bubble Nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (bNCPAP): An Effective Low-Cost Intervention for Resource-Constrained Settings.International journal of pediatrics · 2020Review
- Differential impact of flow and mouth leak on oropharyngeal humidification during high-flow nasal cannula: a neonatal bench study.World journal of pediatrics : WJP · 2018Article
- Duration of continuous positive airway pressure in premature infants.Seminars in fetal & neonatal medicine · 2016Review
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Abstract
backgroundNasal continuous positive airway pressure (NCPAP) is frequently used in preterm infants. However, there is no consensus on when and how to wean them from NCPAP. DATA SOURCES: Based on recent publications, we have reviewed the criteria of readiness-to-wean and factors affecting weaning success. A special focus is placed on the methods of weaning from NCPAP in preterm infants.
resultsPractical points of when and how to wean from NCPAP in preterm infants are explained. Preterm infants are ready to be weaned from NCPAP when they are stable on a low NCPAP pressure with no (or minimal) oxygen requirement. Methods used to wean from NCPAP include: sudden weaning of NCPAP, gradual decrease of NCPAP pressure, graded-timeoff NCPAP (cycling), weaning to high or low flow nasal cannula, and a combination of these methods. The best strategy for weaning is yet to be determined. Cyclingoff NCPAP increases the duration of NCPAP and length of hospital stay without beneficial effect on success of weaning. Gradual decrease of NCPAP pressure is more physiological and better tolerated than cycling-off NCPAP.
conclusionFurther studies are needed to reach a consensus regarding the optimal timing and the best method for weaning from NCPAP in preterm infants.
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