Advanced Respiratory Support (CPAP & Mechanical Ventilation)
About the Procedure
Advanced respiratory support helps newborns who experience breathing difficulties after birth. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) delivers gentle air pressure to keep the lungs open, while mechanical ventilation provides assisted breathing when babies cannot breathe effectively on their own. These life-saving interventions are carefully adjusted according to each infant’s needs. The goal is to ensure adequate oxygen delivery, protect delicate lungs, and gradually transition babies to independent breathing as they stabilize.
Care Before the Procedure
- Assessment of respiratory distress
- Blood oxygen and blood gas evaluation
- Preparation of respiratory equipment
- Parental counseling
Care During the Procedure
- Oxygen level monitoring
- Adjustment of ventilator settings
- Prevention of lung injury
- Close observation by NICU team
Care After the Procedure
- Gradual weaning from respiratory support
- Monitoring for breathing stability
- Follow-up lung assessment
- Parent education
Eligibility
- Premature infants
- Babies with respiratory distress syndrome
- Newborns with pneumonia or infection
- Infants with underdeveloped lungs
Relevant Specialties

Neonatology
Neonatology is the specialty dedicated to the care of newborn infants, particularly those requiring additional medical attention.
It supports early development and health during the first stages of life, ensuring newborns receive appropriate care and monitoring.
At KIMSHEALTH, neonatal care is delivered with a compassionate, family-centered approach, focusing on safety, support, and early well-being.




