Table 1.
Intranasal Complications Associated With Nasal CPAP
| Variable | Nasal Cannula Group (n=18) | Nasal CPAP Group (n=182) |
|---|---|---|
| Incidence of nasal cavities with complication, No. (%)a | ||
| Ulceration | 0 | 6 (3.3) |
| Granulation | 0 | 3 (1.6) |
| Vestibular stenosis | 0 | 4 (2.2) |
| Duration of supplemental oxygen use associated with complications, range, d | ||
| Ulceration | … | 8–36 |
| Granulation | … | 9–60 |
| Vestibular stenosis | … | 8–20 |
Abbreviations: CPAP, continuous positive airway pressure; ellipses, not applicable.
a
Incidence is calculated by using the number of nasal cavities in the group as the denominator.