Pediatr Pulmonol February 2021 PMID 33258557

High frequency percussive ventilation in pediatric acute respiratory failure.

Andrew D Butler, Cheryl L Dominick, Nadir Yehya

Mentions

6
Peak: 2 in Feb 2021
across 2 sources since Dec 2020

Extended reach

27,260
potential audience

Total likes

2

Video views

45

Mentions per month

Dec 2020 – Sep 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter4 posts
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall sentiment reflects cautious optimism about HFPV's role in pediatric respiratory failure, exemplified by references to it as a 'go to rescue mode' and mentions of senior clinicians' experiences, which highlight the therapy's promising impact, while the tone remains professional and focused on clinical outcomes.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the positive potential of HFPV, with references to its use as a rescue method and praise from experienced clinicians.

InterestModerate interest

The posts show moderate curiosity, especially in mentioning specific cases and expert opinions, indicating genuine professional interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments touch on technical aspects and clinical experiences, demonstrating some depth of discussion but not extensive critique or exploration.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the information could influence clinical practices, particularly in pediatric intensive care, though they are still generally preliminary.

Abstract in brief

  • This study analyzed data from 193 children who received high frequency percussive ventilation (HFPV) for acute respiratory failure, focusing on their clinical characteristics, ventilator settings, and outcomes, and found that gas exchange measurements 2 hours after starting HFPV can predict whether the treatment will be successful.
  • The researchers used statistical methods to show that factors like pH, PCO2 levels, and oxygenation index 2 hours after HFPV began are strong indicators of treatment success, with better gas exchange associated with higher chances of recovery.
  • Overall, this is the largest study of its kind to describe HFPV use in children, emphasizing that quick improvements in gas exchange shortly after starting the therapy are key predictors of positive outcomes.]

Top posts

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Stuart Friess
@FriessStuart · X

High frequency percussive ventilation (HFPV). One of my go to rescue modes prior to and during VV ECMO for hypercarbic respiratory failure. Nice single center experience from my old colleague, Nadir Yehya at CHOP. #PedsICU https://t.co/OK7LR3TiJd

Feb 6, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 215 followers View post →
Continuum AEP
@ContinuumAEP · X

#PediatricPulmonology High frequency percussive ventilation in pediatric acute respiratory failure https://t.co/2esxbnwl8R

Jan 19, 2021 · 10,765 followers View post →
Continuum AEP
@ContinuumAEP · X

#PediatricPulmonology High Frequency Percussive Ventilation in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Failure https://t.co/2esxbnwl8R

Dec 2, 2020 · 10,765 followers View post →
PedsICU_tweets
@PedsICU_tweets · X

RT @FriessStuart: High frequency percussive ventilation (HFPV). One of my go to rescue modes prior to and during VV ECMO for hypercarbic re…

Feb 6, 2021 · 1 share · 5,467 followers View post →

All mentions

PedsICU_tweets
@PedsICU_tweets · X

RT @FriessStuart: High frequency percussive ventilation (HFPV). One of my go to rescue modes prior to and during VV ECMO for hypercarbic re…

Feb 6, 2021 · 1 share · 5,467 followers View post →
Stuart Friess
@FriessStuart · X

High frequency percussive ventilation (HFPV). One of my go to rescue modes prior to and during VV ECMO for hypercarbic respiratory failure. Nice single center experience from my old colleague, Nadir Yehya at CHOP. #PedsICU https://t.co/OK7LR3TiJd

Feb 6, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 215 followers View post →
Continuum AEP
@ContinuumAEP · X

#PediatricPulmonology High frequency percussive ventilation in pediatric acute respiratory failure https://t.co/2esxbnwl8R

Jan 19, 2021 · 10,765 followers View post →
Continuum AEP
@ContinuumAEP · X

#PediatricPulmonology High Frequency Percussive Ventilation in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Failure https://t.co/2esxbnwl8R

Dec 2, 2020 · 10,765 followers View post →