Use of high-flow nasal cannula as primary support for acute viral bronchiolitis

Critical Care Science 2026 Open access

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Authors: Cássio Daniel Araujo da Silva, Roberta Botelho Monteiro, Larissa dos Santos Guarany, Rebeca Ferreira Costa, Guilherme Cherene Barros de Souza, Ana Paula Fernandes Moreira, Paula Cristina dos Santos Cabral, Ana Carolina Cabral Pinheiro Scarlato, Maria Fernanda de Andrade Melo e Araújo Motta, Patrícia Vieira Fernandes, Daniella Campelo Batalha Cox Moore, Saint Clair dos Santos Gomes
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DOI: 10.62675/2965-2774.20260038
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Abstract

INTRODUCTION Acute viral bronchiolitis (AVB) is the infection of the lower airways, most common in the pediatric population, primarily caused by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). It typically follows a self-limited course with variable severity.(1,2) Among respiratory support options, the high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) has been promising for this population in several studies. (1,3-5) However, […]

Fields of Study & Subjects

Respiratory Support and Mechanisms Respiratory viral infections research Neonatal Respiratory Health Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Critical Care Science
Volume
38
Pages
e20260038–e20260038
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN