Weaning is a critical stage of an intensive care unit (ICU) stay, in which the respiratory
muscles play a major role. Weakness of the respiratory muscles, which is associated with …

Upper airways (UA) include the nasal cavities, pharynx, and larynx, and its main function is
to warm and filter the inspired air. UA dysfunction is in the pathogenesis of various disorders …

Background: We have previously shown that nasal pressure support ventilation (nPSV) can
lead to an active inspiratory laryngeal narrowing in lambs. This, in turn, can limit lung …

Background Inappropriate ventilator assist plays an important role in the development of
diaphragm dysfunction. Ventilator under-assist may lead to muscle injury, while over-assist …

Objective To examine the change in CO2, when applying NIPPV with either a low or a high
rate in stable premature infants. Study design Prospective, controlled, crossover study …

Purpose The use of noninvasive respiratory support–namely high flow of oxygen delivered
via nasal cannula (HFNC), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and noninvasive …

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients can suffer episodes of lower respiratory tract
infections (LRTI) leading to an acute respiratory failure (ARF) requiring noninvasive …

Background Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) provides ventilatory support for patients with
respiratory failure. However, the glottis can act as a closing valve, limiting effectiveness of …

Infection with the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) can cause corona-virus infectious
disease (COVID-19), which is generally characterised by mild respiratory symptoms among …

Objective: The correct use of necessary equipment is the key for a successful noninvasive
mechanical ventilation (NIMV) practice. Trained health care personnel are important part of …