What Is The Best Form of Ventilation for YOU?

Posted October 11, 2017

Did you know early complications of a tracheostomy, such as bleeding and infections of the surgical site, can occur in up to 32% of patients?

Often a tracheostomy is recommended when prolonged ventilatory support is required.

But, have ALL other options really been considered?

If the upper airway is not compromised and there is no upper airway obstruction, Biphasic Cuirass Ventilation (BCV) could be a viable option for patient’s requiring ventilation and lung recruitment.

“What about face mask ventilation?” you ask. . .

Non-invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation with a facial interface also has complications, not as many as invasive positive pressure ventilation, but patient comfort and the inability to eat, drink and talk while being ventilated are major factors that influence compliance and success.