A Comparison of Underwater Bubble Continuous Positive Airway Pressure with Ventilator-Derived Continuous Positive Airway Pressure in Premature Neonates Ready for Extubation

Abstract

The lack of difference in blood gas parameters associated with a decrease in the infant's minute volume and respiratory rate with bubble CPAP compared with ventilator-derived CPAP suggests that the chest vibrations produced with bubble CPAP may have contributed to gas exchange. Bubble CPAP may offer an effective and inexpensive option for providing respiratory support to premature infants.