Optimizing High Flow Nasal Cannula Oxygenation in Pediatric Airway Procedures: a Randomized Study

The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

Summary

The purpose of this study is to investigate which flow rate (higher versus lower) is most effective at increasing apneic time and preventing greater than 5% drop in desaturation, as well as assessing transcutaneous carbon dioxide (CO2) levels during airway procedures in children

Eligibility

Age range: 0–17 years
Sex: All
Healthy volunteers: No

Detailed criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * undergoing laryngoscopy and bronchoscopy procedures at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital (CMHH) * weight greater than or equal to 5 kilograms and using flow rates between 5 to 45 liters per minute (BTPS) Exclusion Criteria: * Emergency type cases, tracheostomy patients, unrepaired cyanotic heart disease, nasal deformity/choanal atresia, or cautery/laser type procedures

Interventions

Device
High flow
The High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) device (Vapotherm) will be placed through the nostrils for oxygen (2L/kg per min with max of 45L)
Device
Low Flow
The High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) device (Vapotherm) will be placed through the nostrils for oxygen (0.5L/kg per min with max of 5L)

Location

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas
Zhen.J.Huang@uth.tmc.edu 713-500-5419

Optimizing High Flow Nasal Cannula Oxygenation in Pediatric Airway Procedures: a Randomized Study

Summary

Eligibility

Interventions

Location

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