Autoadjusting CPAP therapy based on impedance efficacy, compliance and acceptance.

WJ, Randerath; O, Schraeder; W, Galetke; F, Feldmeyer; KH, Rühle

doi:10.1164/ajrccm.163.3.2006168

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Autoadjusting CPAP therapy based on impedance efficacy, compliance and acceptance.

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Authors:

Randerath WJ

Schraeder O

Galetke W

Abstract

Constant continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the treatment of choice for the obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). To enable the pressure to be matched more accurately to actual requirements, and thus increase patient acceptance, an autoadjusting device based on the measurement of upper...

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