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Description:

Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) is the delivery of oxygen (ventilation support) via a face mask and therefore eliminating the need of an endotracheal airway. NIV achieves comparative physiological benefits to conventional mechanical ventilation by reducing the work of breathing and improving gas exchange.

Application

1. Shorter stay in ICU: NIV shortens ICU stay and reduces the length of hospital stay by an average of 3 days.
2. Increased quality of life: NIV increases the quality of life for patients.
3. Better chance of survival: A meta-analysis suggested that NIV improved survival in acute care settings – and that it is more beneficial when applied earlier rather than as a rescue therapy.
4. Reduced risk of infection: The use of NIV instead of mechanical ventilation is associated with a lower risk of nosocomial infections. A study has shown significantly more infectious complications related to the presence of the endotracheal tube.