Elective surfactant v surfactant when clinically indicated (control) in preterm infants with mild to moderate respiratory distress syndrome*
| Outcomes (up to discharge) | Elective surfactant | Control | RRR (95% CI) | NNT (CI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Abbreviations defined in glossary; RRR, NNT, and CI calculated from data in article. | ||||
| Subsequent mechanical ventilation for worsening respiratory disease | 26% | 43% | 40% (2 to 63) | 6 (3 to 123) |