Comparative Study of High-Flow Nasal Oxygen Therapy Versus Conventional Oxygen Therapy in Postoperative Care

EasyChair Preprint 13687

Abstract

This study investigates the efficacy of High-Flow Nasal Oxygen (HFNO) therapy compared to conventional oxygen therapy in postoperative care. HFNO therapy, which delivers heated and humidified oxygen at high flow rates, has emerged as a potential alternative to traditional oxygen delivery methods in various clinical settings. This comparative study evaluates the outcomes of postoperative patients receiving HFNO therapy against those receiving standard oxygen therapy. Key metrics include oxygenation levels, respiratory rate, incidence of postoperative complications, patient comfort, and length of hospital stay. The research methodology involves a randomized controlled trial with a sample size of 200 postoperative patients, divided equally into two groups. Preliminary results indicate that HFNO therapy significantly improves oxygenation and reduces respiratory complications, contributing to shorter hospital stays and enhanced patient comfort. These findings suggest that HFNO therapy may offer a superior alternative to conventional oxygen therapy in the postoperative setting, potentially transforming standard postoperative care practices. Further research is recommended to validate these results and explore the cost-effectiveness and long-term outcomes of HFNO therapy in diverse patient populations.

Keyphrases: High-flow nasal oxygen (HFNO), oxygenation levels, respiratory rate

@booklet{EasyChair:13687,
  author    = {Abill Robert},
  title     = {Comparative Study of High-Flow Nasal Oxygen Therapy Versus Conventional Oxygen Therapy in Postoperative Care},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint 13687},
  year      = {EasyChair, 2024}}