The Role of Heated Humidified High-flow Nasal Cannula as Noninvasive Respiratory Support in Neonates

Abstract

Recently, heated humidified high-flow nasal cannula (HHHFNC) has been introduced and applied as a noninvasive respiratory support in neonates. Although HHHFNC is widely used in neonates presenting with respiratory distress, the efficiency and safety when compared with nasal continuous positive airway pressure or noninvasive positive pressure ventilation are still controversial. This review aims to evaluate the performance and applications of HHHFNC in neonates.

Keywords: heated humidified high-flow nasal cannula; infant; nasal continuous positive airway pressure; non-invasive positive pressure ventilation.