| Literature DB >> 3478407 |
Abstract
The use of intermittent mandatory ventilation and continuous positive airways pressure systems is widespread. The comfort of spontaneous ventilation through three systems, with a variety of humidifiers, has been evaluated. The use of demand flow systems and the introduction of some humidifiers caused considerable discomfort from fluctuations in the airway pressure. It is concluded that continuous flow systems are preferable and that fluctuations in airway pressure should not exceed 2.5 cm H2O.Entities:
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Year: 1987 PMID: 3478407 DOI: 10.1007/BF00257685
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Intensive Care Med ISSN: 0342-4642 Impact factor: 17.440