Mechanical Ventiliation and Surfactant Therapy, an Issue of Clinics in Perinatology

Summary: This volume of Clinics in Perinatology will examine the latest techniques in mechanical ventilation, including both conventional and high frequency ventilation. It will critically review newer ventilatory modalities, such as pressure support, volume targeted ventilation, and volume guarantee. Exogenous surfactant therapy will also be addressed, highlighting recent developments. In addition, articles will address curr...ent and future directions in the management of neonatal respiratory failure. [read more]