Levels of Nasal CPAP Applied During the Immediate Post- Extubation Phase: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial

Background: Nasal continuous positive airway pressure (nCPAP) is a common form of non-invasive respiratory support used in newborns. The adequate level of pressure that should be used during the post-extubation phase is unknown. The most often used pressure is 5 cmH2O but different levels have never been compared. The objective of this study was compare the effect of high (HP) versus normal (NP) nCPAP levels on the rate of successful extubation.