Archives of disease in childhood. Fetal and neonatal edition
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Arch. Dis. Child. Fetal Neonatal Ed. · Sep 2011
Randomized Controlled TrialPositive effects of early continuous positive airway pressure on pulmonary function in extremely premature infants: results of a subgroup analysis of the COIN trial.
Early continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) may reduce lung injury in preterm infants. ⋯ Early CPAP is feasible, shortens the duration of respiratory support and results in improved lung mechanics and decreased work of breathing.