Outcomes in first 72 h after delivery (n=28)
| Stabilised and transferred on nHF | Intubated in DR | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of babies | 25 | 3 |
| Admission temperature (mean, range) | 36.9°C (36.3°C–38.2°C) | 37.3°C (36.3°C–38.4°C) |
| Admission FiO2 (mean, range) | 0.29 (0.21–0.60) | 0.37 (0.3–0.5) |
| Surfactant | 12 (48%) | 3 (100%) |
| Inotropes | 1 (4%) | 0 (0%) |
| HF sustained for 72 h | 15 (60%) | Not applicable |
| Pneumothorax | 1 (4%) | 0 (0%) |
| Pulmonary haemorrhage | 2 (8%) | 1 (33%) |
| IVH (grade 3 or 4) | 2 (8%) | 2 (55%) |
DR, delivery room; nHF, nasal high flow; IVH, intraventricular haemorrhage.