title: High frequency oscillation.
abstract: The current state of high frequency oscillation (HFO) in Japan is reviewed. The discussion is focused on the following: (i) the repeated application of short duration SI (sustained inflation) is effective in recruiting lung volume and increasing PaO2; (ii) HFO can prevent the formation of granulocytes related to lung injury; and (iii) HFO does not increase the risk of severe complications such as air leaks, bronchopulmonary dysplasia or intraventricular hemorrhage.
authors.affiliation: Department of Neonatology, National Children's Hospital, Tokyo, Japan.
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Kawano
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D001794:Blood Pressure; D006098:Granulocytes; D006612:High-Frequency Ventilation / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D009991:Oscillometry; D012119:Respiration; D012127:Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Newborn / Q000276:immunology / Q000628:therapy*; D016896:Treatment Outcome