Journal Reviews

Nasal deformity following CPAP injury

1 September 2015 | | Continuous positive airway pressure, Deformity, Late presenting, Nasal

Nasal continuous positive airway pressure (nCPAP) is commonly used as a non-invasive alternative to endotracheal intubation and tracheotomy to provide respiratory support to very low birth weight (VLBW) (<1500 g) neonates. Nasal injury is a well recognised complication and figures...