Continuous positive airway pressure to avoid intubation in SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia: a two-period retrospective case-control study

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) can cause severe pneumonia requiring invasive mechanical ventilation [1], in the context of atypical acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) [2]. The magnitude of the epidemic places an unprecedented pressure on intensive care units (ICUs), making avoidance of intubation a critical issue. COVID-19 pneumonia can be life-threatening. Given the unprecedented burden placed on ICU resources by the epidemic, avoiding intubation is a major issue. This study suggests that CPAP can achieve this objective. https://bit.ly/2X4Q8Zj

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