Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation

**Semantic type:** Therapeutic or Preventive Procedure

**Definition:** A type of mechanical ventilation procedure that uses a non-invasive means, such as a face mask or nasal mask, to deliver oxygenated air into the lungs.

**Synonyms:** - NIV - NIV - NON-INVASIVE MECHANICAL VENTILATION - Non-Invasive Ventilation - Non-Invasive Ventilation - Noninvasive mechanical ventilatory support