The role for high flow nasal cannula as a respiratory support strategy in adults: a clinical practice guideline.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

High flow nasal cannula (HFNC) is a relatively recent respiratory support technique which delivers high flow, heated and humidified controlled concentration of oxygen via the nasal route. Recently, its use has increased for a variety of clinical indications. To guide clinical practice, we developed evidence-based recommendations regarding use of HFNC in various clinical settings.

Methods

We formed a guideline panel composed of clinicians, methodologists and experts in respiratory medicine. Using GRADE, the panel developed recommendations for four actionable questions.

Results

The guideline panel made a strong recommendation for HFNC in hypoxemic respiratory failure compared to conventional oxygen therapy (COT) (moderate certainty), a conditional recommendation

SUBMITTER: Rochwerg B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7670292 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature