Effectiveness of Non-Invasive Ventilation in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Patients

Authors

Ahmed A. Majrashi, Hashem F. Alsamannoudi, Mohammed B. Alshahrani, Nawaf M. Al-Anazi

Abstract

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) poses a significant challenge in critical care, with invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) as the traditional therapy. However, IMV is associated with complications. Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) emerges as a potential alternative, offering advantages such as preserving airway defenses and reducing ventilator-associated pneumonia. This study investigates the effectiveness of NIV compared to IMV in ARDS patients, focusing on mortality rates, ICU stay length, and patient comfort. A prospective, randomized controlled trial design was employed, enrolling 220 patients. The results reveal superior outcomes with NIV, including reduced 28-day mortality rates and shorter ventilation durations, highlighting its potential as a frontline intervention in ARDS management.

Keywords

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Non-invasive Ventilation (NIV), Invasive Mechanical Ventilation (IMV), Mortality Rates, ICU Stay, Ventilator-associated Pneumonia (VAP), Patient Comfort

Effectiveness of Non-Invasive Ventilation in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Patients. Ahmed A. Majrashi, Hashem F. Alsamannoudi, Mohammed B. Alshahrani, Nawaf M. Al-Anazi. 2020. IJIRCT, Volume 6, Issue 2. Pages . https://www.ijirct.org/viewPaper.php?paperId=2405057