Saudi Med J
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Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) is a relatively new modality of managing acute respiratory failure (ARF). It has not been applied before in our area. The aim of this study is to verify the use of NPPV on patients with ARF at a general hospital level. ⋯ Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation is an effective ventilatory support in ARF in a proper clinical setting. It may be used safely in the general hospital outside the ICU.