Elective high-frequency oscillatory versus conventional ventilation in preterm infants: a systematic review and meta-analysis of individual patients' data.

The article provides information on a study which investigated the effectiveness of elective high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) against conventional ventilation in preterm infants. Main outcome measures included death or bronchopulmonary dysplasia at 36 weeks' postmenopausal age and death or severe adverse neurological event. A detailed discussion on the research findings is offered. Identified limitations of the study include selection of preterm infants for HFOV on the basis of gestational age and birthweight for gestation, among others.