Abstract
High flow nasal cannula (HFNC) supportive therapy has emerged as a safe, useful therapy in patients with respiratory failure, improving oxygenation and comfort. Recently several clinical trials have analyzed the effectiveness of HFNC therapy in different clinical situations and have reported promising results. Here we review the current knowledge about HFNC therapy, from its mechanisms of action to its effects on outcomes in different clinical situations.
| Original language | English |
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| Article number | 109 |
| Journal | Critical Care |
| Volume | 20 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 28 Apr 2016 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- High flow nasal cannula
- High flow oxygen therapy
- Respiratory failure