I.C.5.b Pressure ulcers

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CPAP and NIV in Pediatrics: How to Prevent Pressure Sores From the Mask?BreasVideo
WCE 25 Pressure Injuries in Neonatal and Pediatric PopulationsDr Gregory Weir: Vascular, Hyperbaric, Wound CareVideo

Guidelines and evidence

'Nasal mask' in comparison with 'nasal prongs' or 'rotation of nasal mask with nasal prongs' reduce the incidence of nasal injury in preterm neonates supported on nasal continuous positive airway pressure (nCPAP): A randomized controlled trial.PLoS One, 2019Guideline or evidence