Table 2 Non-Invasive-Ventilation (NIV +) in groups of patients according to ABG analysis values
| Mixed respiratory acidosis – metabolic alkalosis (N = 36) | Compensated respiratory acidosis (N = 51) | Mixed respiratory - metabolic acidosis (N = 23) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIV - | 75 % (27) | 53 % (27) | 4 % (1) |
| NIV + | 25 % (9) | 47 % (24) | 96 % (22) |