Pediatr Pulmonol December 2021 PMID 34583418

Manual external chest compression reverses respiratory failure in children with severe air trapping.

Rebecca Brooks, Malena Cohen-Cymberknoh, Charlotte Glicksman, Eli M Eisenstein, David Shoseyov

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Examples like the mention of 'manual rib cage compression' and questions about hyperinflation reflect high engagement and curiosity, emphasizing the technique's potential. The tone suggests interest in practical applications and understanding, rather than outright skepticism, indicating a generally positive but exploratory attitude towards the research's implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express support or curiosity about the findings, indicating general agreement or openness to the method.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest, with users highlighting specific applications and potential benefits of the technique.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by referencing concepts like hyperinflation and ventilation mechanics, showing moderate depth in discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

Comments reflect recognition of the potential significance in pediatric emergency care, though they remain speculative without clinical adoption yet.

Abstract in brief

  • The study reports that manual external chest compression (MECC) can effectively treat acute respiratory failure caused by severe air trapping in children with conditions like asthma or bronchiolitis, potentially avoiding the need for intubation.
  • In five cases, MECC was administered before intubation, leading to gradual improvements in blood gas levels—specifically PCO2—indicating better ventilation and tidal volume, with respiratory failure resolving within 4 hours.
  • All children recovered without complications, were discharged within 48 hours, and no further invasive procedures like mechanical ventilation were necessary, suggesting MECC as a safe and quick intervention in such emergencies.]

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DCpicufellows
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Papers of the Week: Bronchiolitis with reactive disease. How about that dynamic hyperinflation? Vents only put breaths in. Young chest walls can't well push it out. How about manual rib cage compression? Let's read: review https://t.co/fzIJeG9HOE, cases https://t.co/yYJrZSkIuE

Sep 5, 2022 · 3 likes · 675 followers View post →
Continuum AEP
@ContinuumAEP · X

#PediatricPulmonology Manual external chest compression reverses respiratory failure in children with severe air trapping https://t.co/LyfNdgM2iW

Nov 29, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 10,766 followers View post →
Continuum AEP
@ContinuumAEP · X

#PediatricPulmonology Manual external chest compression reverses respiratory failure in children with severe air trapping https://t.co/LyfNdgM2iW

Sep 29, 2021 · 10,766 followers View post →
Pediatric Pulmonology
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RT @ContinuumAEP: #PediatricPulmonology Manual external chest compression reverses respiratory failure in children with severe air trapping…

Dec 3, 2021 · 1 share · 1,174 followers View post →

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DCpicufellows
@DCpicufellows · X

Papers of the Week: Bronchiolitis with reactive disease. How about that dynamic hyperinflation? Vents only put breaths in. Young chest walls can't well push it out. How about manual rib cage compression? Let's read: review https://t.co/fzIJeG9HOE, cases https://t.co/yYJrZSkIuE

Sep 5, 2022 · 3 likes · 675 followers View post →
Pediatric Pulmonology
@PedPulmonol · X

RT @ContinuumAEP: #PediatricPulmonology Manual external chest compression reverses respiratory failure in children with severe air trapping…

Dec 3, 2021 · 1 share · 1,174 followers View post →
Continuum AEP
@ContinuumAEP · X

#PediatricPulmonology Manual external chest compression reverses respiratory failure in children with severe air trapping https://t.co/LyfNdgM2iW

Nov 29, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 10,766 followers View post →
Continuum AEP
@ContinuumAEP · X

#PediatricPulmonology Manual external chest compression reverses respiratory failure in children with severe air trapping https://t.co/LyfNdgM2iW

Sep 29, 2021 · 10,766 followers View post →