Efficacy Evaluation of Positive End-expiratory Pressure in Children Undergoing Mechanical Ventilation Using Supraglottic Airway Device

Efficacy Evaluation of Positive End-expiratory Pressure in Children Undergoing Mechanical Ventilation Using Supraglottic Airway Device

The aim of this study is to determine whether application of positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) improves respiratory data including respiratory compliance in children who receive positive pressure ventilation using supraglottic airway device (SAD).

Inclusion Criteria:

• Pediatric patients under 6 years of age who are scheduled simple operation under general anesthesia
• SAD was used for mechanical ventilation

Exclusion Criteria:

• Abdominal distension, risk of pulmonary aspiration
• Bronchopulmonary dysplasia/respiratory distress syndrome
• Pneumothorax
• Airway surgery
• Thoracic surgery or laparotomy
• Surgery under prone position