Neonatal abdominal support to address CPAP belly: Two cases report and literature review.
Publication Title
J Neonatal Perinatal Med
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
8-26-2022
Keywords
alaska; pamc
Abstract
Gaseous distension of the abdomen from the use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) in the preterm population is of increasing concern for its unintended consequences. Methods to treat and prevent CPAP belly deserve further investigation. An intervention to provide abdominal support to address CPAP belly is presented in these case studies.
Area of Special Interest
Women & Children
Area of Special Interest
Digestive Health
Specialty/Research Institute
Perinatology/Neonatology
Specialty/Research Institute
Pediatrics