World COPD Day 2025

Nihon Kohden Europe Supports World COPD Day 2025: Advancing Non-Invasive Ventilation Therapy for Better Patient Outcomes

On World COPD Day 2025, Nihon Kohden Europe reaffirms its commitment to improving the lives of patients living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) through innovation in Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) and intelligent weaning support. COPD remains one of the leading causes of hospitalization and mortality worldwide, making effective and patient-friendly ventilation solutions essential to better outcomes.

The Power of Non-Invasive Ventilation in COPD Care

Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) plays a vital role in supporting COPD patients during acute exacerbations and long-term management. It helps improve gas exchange, reduces the work of breathing, and minimizes the need for invasive intubation — all while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

At Nihon Kohden Europe, our NKV-Series ventilators — including the NKV-330, NKV-440, and NKV-550 Ventilator Systems — are designed to deliver precise and adaptable respiratory support for both invasive and non-invasive applications.

• The NKV-330 combines mobility with performance, making it ideal for non-invasive ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy in sub-acute and emergency settings.
• The NKV-440 Ventilator System represents a new generation of ventilators, offering advanced non-invasive capabilities, comprehensive monitoring, and user-friendly operation to support personalized COPD management.
• The NKV-550 provides advanced ventilation modes, integrated monitoring, and intelligent weaning tools to help clinicians optimize respiratory support and promote faster recovery.

Comfort and Compliance with the Cap-One Mask

Successful NIV therapy depends on patient comfort and mask fit. The Cap-One mask is engineered to provide both — ensuring precise therapy delivery and high patient tolerance.

• Its ergonomic design minimizes pressure points and enhances comfort during prolonged use.
• A secure, low-leak fit ensures consistent ventilation performance.
• Full compatibility with Nihon Kohden ventilators enables seamless integration into clinical workflows.

By combining comfort with precision, the Cap-One mask enhances adherence to NIV therapy and supports better clinical outcomes.

Intelligent Weaning Support

Weaning from mechanical ventilation is often one of the most challenging stages of COPD management. Nihon Kohden’s ventilators integrate adaptive algorithms and real-time monitoring tools to help clinicians personalize weaning strategies based on each patient’s respiratory effort and progress. This intelligent approach supports smoother transitions to spontaneous breathing, reducing hospital stays and improving recovery.

Treasure Every Breath

By supporting World COPD Day 2025, Nihon Kohden Europe underscores its mission to empower clinicians with smart, reliable, and patient-centered ventilation technologies. Through innovations in NIV therapy, weaning support, and patient comfort, we continue to advance respiratory care and improve quality of life for people living with COPD.

At Nihon Kohden Europe, we believe that every breath matters. Our NKV ventilators and Cap-One mask are designed to help clinicians deliver safe, effective, and compassionate respiratory care.

Learn more about our ventilation solutions: https://eu.nihonkohden.com/products/ventilation