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What is non-invasive ventilation support?

Advantages of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) support at home include:

Patients can receive respiratory support in the comfort of their own home environment, promoting a sense of security and familiarity.

NIV support can alleviate respiratory distress and improve breathing efficiency, leading to enhanced overall well-being and quality of life. Home-based NIV reduces the need for frequent hospital visits and admissions, allowing patients to spend more time at home with their families. Patients can maintain a level of independence and autonomy while receiving respiratory support at home, empowering them to engage in daily activities and maintain social connections. Home NIV allows for individualised treatment plans tailored to the patient's specific needs, ensuring optimal comfort and effectiveness of therapy.​ Being surrounded by loved ones in a familiar environment can provide emotional support and encouragement, which is beneficial for patients undergoing long-term respiratory therapy.

What our clients ask us

What are examples of non-invasive ventilation?
NIV modes available comprise nasal cannula, basic mask, non-rebreather, high-flow nasal cannula, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and bilevel positive airway pressure.

What type of patient will benefit from non invasive ventilation?
Chronic hypercapnia respiratory failure in COPD: Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) is employed for patients with COPD exhibiting stable hypercapnia (CO2 ≥52 mmHg). Prospective randomized controlled trials have shown notable enhancements in survival and clinical outcomes, including reduced exacerbation rates and improved disease management.

Who needs NIV?
Living with a chronic lung condition can occasionally pose challenges in breathing, causing fatigue in your respiratory muscles. Consequently, this may result in elevated levels of carbon dioxide in your bloodstream and insufficient oxygenation. Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) assists your breathing by alleviating strain on your respiratory muscles and facilitating the removal of carbon dioxide.

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