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Efficacy and safety of non-invasive ventilation in pediatric care in low-income and middle-income countries: a systematic review

2021-07-29 pediatrics Title + abstract only
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BackgroundLower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) are a leading cause of under-5 mortality in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs) and interventions to reduce mortality are needed. Non-invasive ventilation has been shown to reduce mortality for neonates; however, data for children >1 month of age in LMICs are lacking. The objective of this study was to systematically review the available literature to determine if non-invasive ventilation as the primary modality of respiratory suppo...

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