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Privitera D, Capsoni N, Bellone A, Langer T. Helmet Continuous Positive Airway Pressure in the Emergency Department: A Practical Guide. J Emerg Nurs 2023; 49:661-665. [PMID: 37256243 DOI: 10.1016/j.jen.2023.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2023] [Revised: 04/30/2023] [Accepted: 05/01/2023] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Helmet continuous positive airway pressure is a simple, noninvasive respiratory support strategy to treat several forms of acute respiratory failure, such as cardiogenic pulmonary edema and pneumonia. Recently, it has been largely used worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the increased use of helmet continuous positive airway pressure in the emergency department, we aimed to provide an updated practical guide for nurses and clinicians based on the latest available evidence. We focus our attention on how to set the respiratory circuit. Moreover, we discuss the interactions between flow generators, filters, and positive end-expiratory pressure valves and the consequences regarding the delivered gas flow, fraction of inspired oxygen, positive end-expiratory pressure, and noise level.
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Lucchini A, Giani M, Minotti D, Elli S, Bambi S. Helmet CPAP bundle: A narrative review of practical aspects and nursing interventions to improve patient's comfort. Intensive Crit Care Nurs 2023; 74:103335. [PMID: 36651655 DOI: 10.1016/j.iccn.2022.103335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2022] [Revised: 09/12/2022] [Accepted: 10/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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BACKGROUND The application of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) with a helmet is increasing around the world, both inside and outside of the intensive care unit. Current published literature focus's on indications, contraindications and efficiency of Helmet CPAP in differing clinical scenarios. Few reports, summarising the available knowledge concerning technical characteristics and nursing interventions to improve patient's comfort, are available. AIM To identify the crucial technical aspects in managing patients undergoing Helmet-CPAP, and what nursing interventions may increase comfort. METHODS A narrative literature review of primary research published 2002 onwards. The search strategy comprised an electronic search of three bibliographic databases (Pubmed, Embase, CINAHL). RESULTS Twenty-three studies met the inclusion criteria and were included in the review. Research primarily originated from Italy. Nine key themes emerged from the review: gas flow management, noise reduction, impact of gas flow and HME filters on delivered FiO2, filtration of exhaled gas / environmental protection, PEEP monitoring, airway pressure monitoring, active humidification of gas flow, helmet fixation and tips to implement awake prone position during Helmet-CPAP. CONCLUSIONS A Helmet-CPAP check-list has been made of nine key interventions based on the available evidence regarding system set up, monitoring and management. Implementation of this check-list may help nurses and physicians to increase the comfort of patients treated with Helmet CPAP and enhance their compliance with long-term treatment.
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- Alberto Lucchini
- Department of Emergency and Intensive Care, San Gerardo University Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy.
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- Department of Emergency and Intensive Care, San Gerardo University Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy.
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- Department of Emergency and Intensive Care, San Gerardo University Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Intensive Care, San Gerardo University Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy.
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, Italy.
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Smith ME, Gray M, Wilson PT. Acceptance and Tolerability of Helmet CPAP in Pediatric Bronchiolitis and Pneumonia: A Feasibility Study. J Pediatr Intensive Care 2023. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1760634] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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AbstractContinuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is a form of non-invasive ventilation used to support pediatric patients with acute respiratory infections. Traditional CPAP interfaces have been associated with inadequate seal, mucocutaneous injury, and aerosolization of infectious particles. The helmet interface may be advantageous given its ability to create a complete seal, avoid skin breakdown, and decrease aerosolization of viruses. We aim to measure tolerability and safety in a pediatric population in the United States and ascertain feedback from parents and health care providers. We performed a prospective, open-label, single-armed feasibility study to assess tolerability and safety of helmet CPAP. Pediatric patients 1 month to 5 years of age admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit with pulmonary infections who were on CPAP for at least 2 hours were eligible. The primary outcome was percentage of patients tolerating helmet CPAP for 4 hours. Secondary measures included the rate of adverse events and change in vital signs. Qualitative feedback was obtained from families, nurses, and respiratory therapists. Five patients were enrolled and 100% tolerated helmet CPAP the full 4-hour study period. No adverse events or significant vital sign changes were observed. All family members preferred to continue the helmet interface, nursing staff noted it made cares easier, and respiratory therapists felt the set up was easy. Helmet CPAP in pediatric patients is well-tolerated, safe, and accepted by medical staff and families in the United States future randomized controlled trials measuring its effectiveness compared with traditional CPAP interfaces are needed.
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- Michele E. Smith
- Division of Pediatric Critical Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Rochester Medical Center Golisano Children's Hospital, Rochester, New York, United States
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- Division of Critical Care and Hospital Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital, New York, New York, United States
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- Division of Pediatric Critical Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Children's Hospital of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado, United States
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Bongiovanni F, Michi T, Natalini D, Grieco DL, Antonelli M. Advantages and drawbacks of helmet noninvasive support in acute respiratory failure. Expert Rev Respir Med 2023; 17:27-39. [PMID: 36710082 DOI: 10.1080/17476348.2023.2174974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) represents an effective strategy for managing acute respiratory failure. Facemask NIV is strongly recommended in acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) with hypercapnia and acute cardiogenic pulmonary edema (ACPE). Its role in managing acute hypoxemic respiratory failure (AHRF) remains a debated issue. NIV and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) delivered through the helmet are recently receiving growing interest for AHRF management. AREAS COVERED In this narrative review, we discuss the clinical applications of helmet support compared to the other available noninvasive strategies in the different phenotypes of acute respiratory failure. EXPERT OPINION Helmets enable the use of high positive end-expiratory pressure, which may protect from self-inflicted lung injury: in AHRF, the possible superiority of helmet support over other noninvasive strategies in terms of clinical outcome has been hypothesized in a network metanalysis and a randomized trial, but has not been confirmed by other investigations and warrants confirmation. In AECOPD patients, helmet efficacy may be inferior to that of face masks, and its use prompts caution due to the risk of CO2 rebreathing. Helmet support can be safely applied in hypoxemic patients with ACPE, with no advantages over facemasks.
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- Filippo Bongiovanni
- Department of Emergency, Intensive Care Medicine and Anesthesia, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.,Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Catholic University of The Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Emergency, Intensive Care Medicine and Anesthesia, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.,Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Catholic University of The Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Emergency, Intensive Care Medicine and Anesthesia, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.,Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Catholic University of The Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Emergency, Intensive Care Medicine and Anesthesia, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.,Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Catholic University of The Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Emergency, Intensive Care Medicine and Anesthesia, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.,Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Catholic University of The Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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Mandal M, Bhattacharya D, Esquinas AM. Non-invasive Ventilation Delivered by Helmet vs Face Mask in Patients with COVID-19 Infection: Additional Measures to Reap Further Benefits. Indian J Crit Care Med 2022; 26:1159-1160. [PMID: 36876214 PMCID: PMC9983667 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10071-24331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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How to cite this article: Mandal M, Bhattacharya D, Esquinas AM. Non-invasive Ventilation Delivered by Helmet vs Face Mask in Patients with COVID-19 Infection: Additional Measures to Reap Further Benefits. Indian J Crit Care Med 2022;26(10):1159-1160.
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- Mohanchandra Mandal
- Department of Anesthesiology, Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Hospital General Universitario Morales Meseguer, Murcia, Spain
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Privitera D, Capsoni N, Zadek F, Vailati P, Airoldi C, Cozzi M, Pierotti F, Fumagalli R, Bellone A, Langer T. The Effect of Filters on CPAP Delivery by Helmet. Respir Care 2022; 67:995-1001. [PMID: 35232821 PMCID: PMC9994150 DOI: 10.4187/respcare.09822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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BACKGROUND When helmet CPAP is performed using a Venturi system, filters are frequently interposed in the respiratory circuit to reduce noise within the helmet. The effect of the interposition of these filters on delivered fresh gas flow and the resulting FIO2 is currently unknown. METHODS In a bench study, 2 different Venturi systems (WhisperFlow and Harol) were used to generate 3 different gas flow/FIO2 combinations (80 L/min-FIO2 0.6, 100 L/min-FIO2 0.5, 120 L/min-FIO2 0.4). Different combinations of filters were applied at the flow generator input line and/or at the helmet inlet port. Two types of filters were used for this purpose: a heat and moisture exchanger filter and an electrostatic filter. The setup without filters was used as baseline. Gas flow and FIO2 were measured for each setup. RESULTS Compared to baseline, the interposition of filters reduced the gas flow between 1-13% (P < .001). The application of a filter at the Venturi system or at the helmet generated a comparable flow reduction (-3 ± 2% vs -4 ± 2%, P = .12), whereas a greater flow reduction (-7 ± 4%) was observed when filters were applied at both sites (P < .001). An increase in FIO2 up to 5% was observed with filters applied. A strong inverse linear relationship (P < .001) was observed between the resulting gas flow and FIO2 . CONCLUSIONS The use of filters during helmet CPAP reduced the flow delivered to the helmet and, consequently, modified FIO2 . If filters are applied, an adequate gas flow should be administered to guarantee a constant CPAP during the entire respiratory cycle and avoid rebreathing. Moreover, it might be important to measure the effective FIO2 delivered to the patient to guarantee a precise assessment of oxygenation.
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- Daniele Privitera
- Department of Emergency Medicine, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy.
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milan-Bicocca, Monza, Italy; and Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Niguarda Ca' Granda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Translation Medicine, University of Piemonte Orientale, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milan-Bicocca, Monza, Italy; and Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Niguarda Ca' Granda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milan-Bicocca, Monza, Italy; and Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Niguarda Ca' Granda, Milan, Italy
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Mu SC, Chien YH, Lai PZ, Chao KY. Helmet Ventilation for Pediatric Patients During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Narrative Review. Front Pediatr 2022; 10:839476. [PMID: 35186812 PMCID: PMC8847782 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2022.839476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2021] [Accepted: 01/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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The air dispersion of exhaled droplets from patients is currently considered a major route of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) transmission, the use of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) should be more cautiously employed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently, helmet ventilation has been identified as the optimal treatment for acute hypoxia respiratory failure caused by COVID-19 due to its ability to deliver NIV respiratory support with high tolerability, low air leakage, and improved seal integrity. In the present review, we provide an evidence-based overview of the use of helmet ventilation in children with respiratory failure.
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- Shu-Chi Mu
- Department of Pediatrics, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Fu Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Pediatrics, Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital, Fu Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital, Fu Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Respiratory Therapy, Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital, Fu Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan.,School of Physical Therapy, Graduate Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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Masip J. Non-invasive ventilation in acute pulmonary oedema: does the technique or the interface matter? EUROPEAN HEART JOURNAL. ACUTE CARDIOVASCULAR CARE 2021; 10:1112-1116. [PMID: 34849646 DOI: 10.1093/ehjacc/zuab096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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- Josep Masip
- Research Direction, Consorci Sanitari Integral, University of Barcelona, Av. Josep Molins, 29, 08906 L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain
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Coppadoro A, Zago E, Pavan F, Foti G, Bellani G. The use of head helmets to deliver noninvasive ventilatory support: a comprehensive review of technical aspects and clinical findings. CRITICAL CARE : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CRITICAL CARE FORUM 2021; 25:327. [PMID: 34496927 PMCID: PMC8424168 DOI: 10.1186/s13054-021-03746-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 08/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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A helmet, comprising a transparent hood and a soft collar, surrounding the patient’s head can be used to deliver noninvasive ventilatory support, both as continuous positive airway pressure and noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV), the latter providing active support for inspiration. In this review, we summarize the technical aspects relevant to this device, particularly how to prevent CO2 rebreathing and improve patient–ventilator synchrony during NPPV. Clinical studies describe the application of helmets in cardiogenic pulmonary oedema, pneumonia, COVID-19, postextubation and immune suppression. A section is dedicated to paediatric use. In summary, helmet therapy can be used safely and effectively to provide NIV during hypoxemic respiratory failure, improving oxygenation and possibly leading to better patient-centred outcomes than other interfaces.
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- ASST Monza, San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy.,Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milan-Bicocca, Via Cadore 48, Monza, MB, Italy
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- ASST Monza, San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy.,Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milan-Bicocca, Via Cadore 48, Monza, MB, Italy
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- ASST Monza, San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy.,Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milan-Bicocca, Via Cadore 48, Monza, MB, Italy
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- ASST Monza, San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy. .,Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milan-Bicocca, Via Cadore 48, Monza, MB, Italy.
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Noise Level and Comfort in Healthy Subjects Undergoing High-Flow Helmet Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. Dimens Crit Care Nurs 2021; 39:194-202. [PMID: 32467402 DOI: 10.1097/dcc.0000000000000430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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AIM The aim of this study was to assess the noisiness levels produced by different gas source systems, breathing circuits setup, and gas flow rates during continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) delivered through helmet. METHODS This was a crossover design study. Ten healthy subjects received helmet CPAP at 5 cm H2O in random order with different gas flow rates (60 and 80 L/min), 3 diverse gas source systems (A: Venturi system, B: oxygen and air flowmeters, C: electronic Venturi system), and 3 different breathing circuit configurations. During every step of this study, a heat and moisture exchanger (HME) was placed on the helmet inlet gas port to measure the effects on noise production. Noise intensity level was recorded through a sound-level meter. Participants scored their noisiness perception on a visual analog scale. RESULTS The noise level inside the helmet ranged between 76 ± 4 and 117 ± 1 Decibel A. The gas source and the gas flow rate always affected the noise level inside and outside the helmet (P < .001). The different "breathing circuit setup" did not change the noise levels inside the helmet (P = .244), but affected the noise level outside, especially when a Venturi system was used (P < .001). An HME filter placed at the junction between the inspiratory limb of the breathing circuit and the helmet significantly decreased the noise intensity inside the helmet (mean dBA without HME, 99.56 ± 13.30 vs 92.26 ± 10.72 with HME; P < .001) and outside (mean dBA without HME, 68.16 ± 12.05 vs 64.97 ± 12.17 with HME; P < .001). The perception of noise inside the helmet was lower when an HME filter was placed on the inspiratory inlet gas port (median, 6 [interquartile range, 4-7] vs 7 [5-8]; P < .001). CONCLUSIONS When helmet CPAP is delivered through gas flow rates up to 50 L/min, an HME placed on the helmet inlet gas port should be used to reduce noise inside the helmet and to improve patients' comfort.
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Cavaglià M, Olivieri C, Morbiducci U, Raparelli T, Jacazio G, Ivanov A, Chiesa A, Savino D, Chiarenza SM, Romiti A, Romiti A, Ferrara M, Musso G, Audenino A. Noninvasive mechanical ventilation in the COVID-19 era: Proposal for a continuous positive airway pressure closed-loop circuit minimizing air contamination, oxygen consumption, and noise. Artif Organs 2021; 45:754-761. [PMID: 33326636 DOI: 10.1111/aor.13888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2020] [Revised: 11/15/2020] [Accepted: 12/09/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Noninvasive continuous positive airway pressure (NIV-CPAP) is effective in patients with hypoxemic respiratory failure. Building evidence during the COVID-19 emergency reported that around 50% of patients in Italy treated with NIV-CPAP avoided the need for invasive mechanical ventilation. Standard NIV-CPAP systems operate at high gas flow rates responsible for noise generation and inadequate humidification. Furthermore, open-configuration systems require a high concentration of oxygen to deliver the desired FiO2 . Concerns outlined the risk for aerosolization in the ambient air and the possible pressure drop in hospital supply pipes. A new NIV-CPAP system is proposed that includes automatic control of patient respiratory parameters. The system operates as a closed-loop breathing circuit that can be assembled, combining a sleep apnea machine with existing commercially available components. Analytical simulation of a breathing patient and simulation with a healthy volunteer at different FiO2 were performed. Inspired and expired oxygen fraction and inspired and expired carbon dioxide pressure were recorded at different CPAP levels with different oxygen delivery. Among the main findings, we report (a) a significant (up to 30-fold) reduction in oxygen feeding compared to standard open high flow NIV-CPAP systems, to assure the same FiO2 levels, and (b) a negligible production of the noise generated in ventilatory systems, and consequent minimization of patients' discomfort. The proposed NIV-CPAP circuit, reshaped in closed-loop configuration with the blower outside of the circuit, has the advantages of minimizing aerosol generation, environmental contamination, oxygen consumption, and noise to the patient. The system is easily adaptable and can be implemented using standard CPAP components.
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- Marco Cavaglià
- PoliToBIOMed Lab, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- PoliToBIOMed Lab, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- PoliToBIOMed Lab, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- PoliToBIOMed Lab, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- PoliToBIOMed Lab, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Turin, Italy
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Research Letters. Indian Pediatr 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s13312-018-1253-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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