Collaborative UTA Research Initiative Tackles CPAP-Related Nasal Injuries in Preterm Infants
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is widely used as a non-invasive treatment to help preterm infants with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). However, prolonged use of CPAP nasal prongs can place significant pressure on delicate nasal tissues. This can lead to injuries such as septal damage, necrosis of the columella, and…