Antonelli M, Conti G, Esquinas A, Montini L, Maggiore SM, Bello G, Rocco M, Maviglia R, Pennisi MA, Gonzalez-Diaz G, Meduri GU. Crit Care Med. 2007 Jan;35(1):18-25
Prospective multi-centre cohort study across three European intensive care units with NPPV expertise, resulted in survey of 479 patients with ARDS. Authors conclude NPPV applied as first-line intervention avoided intubation in 54% of treated patients.
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Masip J, Roque M, Sánchez B, Fernández R, Subirana M, Expósito JA. JAMA. 2005 Dec 28;294(24):3124-30
Meta-analysis of 15 relevant randomised controlled trials and systematic reviews comparing NIV to conventional oxygen therapy in patients with acute pulmonary edema. Authors conclude that NIV 'reduces the need for intubation and mortality' in this scenario.
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