Bubble CPAP Best way to treat Respiratory Distress in Neonates Jay Kothadia, MD Pediatrix Medical Group Presbyterian Hospital Charlotte, NC
Average Daily Census 2000-2007
Monthly Average Daily Census Presbyterian Hemby ICN 2006
ICN SURVIVAL 2003-2006 Gestational Age 94.6% Survival N = 1,836
02 Saturation Management April 2005
Bubble CPAP April 2006
CPAP advantages Stabilizes alveoli, prevents collapse or atelectasis. Achieves better lung volume Provides better ventilation/perfusion match Conserves surfactant Increases lung compliance
CPAP advantages Decreases need for intubation's, surfactant and mechanical ventilation. Improved work of breathing. Lower concentration of FiO2 need. Decreases days on O2. Lower risk for BPD.
CPAP advantages Decreases Ventilator associated Pneumonias. Decreases risk for nosocomial sepsis. Decreases severity of ROP. Possible better growth. May decreases length of Hospital stay.
Annual Survanta usage
Sufactant Expense 2005-2007
Average Ventilator days by GA 2004-2006
< 30 wks GA babies diagnosed with Hypotension 2004-2006
< 30 wks GA babies treated with Dopamine or Dobutamine 2004-2006
< 30 wks GA babies treated with Decadron 2004-2006
Surgical ROP before and after O2 saturation change (percent) 15 months before and after O2 policy change.
< 30 wks GA babies discharged home on Oxygen 2004-2007
< 30 wks GA babies: Average length of stay 2004-2007
Average Length of Stay (Days) Hemby Intensive Care Nursery 2004-2006
ICN SURVIVAL 2004-2007 Gestational Age
Starting Bubble CPAP Dedicated team Education Equipment and supply Criteria to place on CPAP Monitor placement
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