non-invasive ventilation Archives - REBEL EM

HFNC vs. NIV in Acute Cardiogenic Pulmonary Edema: Go with the Flow?

by Ryan Johnson, MD and Dorian Alexander, MD posted July 20, 2026 No Comments

Is HFNC as effective as NIV in reducing respiratory rate and improving respiratory distress within 2 hours in ACPE?

REBEL Core Cast 148.0–Demystifying Non-Invasive Ventilation & HiFlow

by Frank J. Lodeserto MD, Eric Acker MD posted January 12, 2026 No Comments

Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) refers to respiratory support provided without endotracheal intubation. The most common modalities include continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP), and high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC). These therapies aim to improve oxygenation, reduce the work ...

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