Bubble CPAP System
Most respiratory diseases of the neonate occur as a result of the immaturity of the premature neonate’s lungs. Despite stimulation, the normal process involved in the first breath does not occur. The respiratory system is underdeveloped and adequate gas exchange cannot take place. With this, there is a need for respiratory support.
Bubble CPAP with the combined effects of CPAP and pressure oscillations from the bubbles provides a lung-protective, safe and effective method of respiratory support to spontaneously breathing neonates.
- Bubble CPAP effectively maintains Functional Residual Capacity (FRC)1
Most lung diseases that lead to respiratory failure are commonly associated with a reduced FRC. Maintaining FRC is very important to premature neonates with a greater airway closure tendency when FRC falls below closing volume.
- Bubble CPAP may reduce the need for intubation and mechanical ventilation
In the multi-centre comparative study of Avery, et.al, it was noted that the use of bubble CPAP avoided the need for intubation reducing the possibility of airway injury, aspirations and secondary infection associated with the ET tube. Results also showed a significant reduction in the need for mechanical ventilation that may minimise the possible incidence of barotrauma.
- Bubble CPAP may improve non-pulmonary outcomes
Improved non-pulmonary effects have also been observed in clinical trials such as the tendency to increase mean weight at 36 weeks corrected gestation, increase mean length and head circumference, and reduce time to reach full oral feeds and average length of stay.
