Home non-invasive mechanical ventilation use following acute hypercapnic respiratory failure in COPD. A solid protective factor

Currently, home NPPV programs in COPD are still on debate and have conflictive results1,2, so it is of utmost relevance to conduct studies clarifying this important issue. Galli JA et al. described positive effects of long term outcome in two acute exacerbation COPD cohorts in favour of NPPV use3. These results generate updated controversy regarding influence of NPPV after discharge; however, a more accurate assessment is needed for appropriate clinical extrapolations.

Source: Respiratory Medicine CME - July 7, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: P. Matos, M.J. Kampelmacher, A.M. Esquinas Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research