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2020 Nov 10


Anesth Analg

Application of a High-Flow Nasal Cannula for Prevention of Postextubation Atelectasis in Children Undergoing Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Abstract

General anesthesia-induced atelectasis is common, and persistent postoperative atelectasis is associated with pulmonary complications. We aimed to evaluate the preventive effects of a high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) on postoperative atelectasis and respiratory complications in infants and small children.