Clinical Impact of Non-invasive Neurally Adjusted Ventilatory Assist in Very Preterm Infants

Clinical Impact of Non-invasive Neurally Adjusted Ventilatory Assist in Very Preterm Infants

This is a prospective observational study investigating the impact of NIV-NAVA on short-term clinical outcomes and long-term neurodevelopment in very preterm infants.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Preterm infants born between 27 weeks 0 days to 31 weeks 6 days of gestation
• Preterm infants who require respiratory support within the first 48 hours of life

Exclusion Criteria:

• Preterm infants who die within the first 48 hours of life
• Preterm infants who do not require any respiratory support within the first 48 hours of life.
• Preterm infants with congenital anomalies affecting the lungs, heart, or other organs that could influence breathing
• Infants whose parents do not consent to participate in the study