This study proposes that modifying the current form of bCPAP by adjusting the nasal prongs to fit older children, will create a safe form of respiratory support that may help to decrease respiratory distress and thus mortality from pneumonia.
This study proposes that modifying the current form of bCPAP by adjusting the nasal prongs to fit older children, will create a safe form of respiratory support that may help to decrease respiratory distress and thus mortality from pneumonia. Children age 1 month (mo) to 5 years (y) admitted to Gulu Regional Referral Hospital in Gulu, Uganda with respiratory distress will be evaluated for use of the modified bCPAP device as treatment for their respiratory distress (in addition to their routine care, i.e. antibiotics, nutrition support)
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
87
Respiratory assistance
Gulu Regional Referral Hospital
Gulu, Uganda
determine if a modified bCPAP device with an adapted nasal cannula can be used safely in children outside of the neonatal period
A composite of potential adverse events that could be attributable to bCPAP use. Adverse events such as nasal erosion, nosebleed, and aerophagia will be graded on a scale
Time frame: 28 days
show decreased mortality in patients treated with a modified bCPAP respiratory support device.
Comparison of historic mortality data for children admitted with respiratory distress to mortality rate seen during the study. Respiratory distress scores using the TAL score (18) will be recorded prior to therapy and throughout the hospital course
Time frame: 28 days
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