Termination of central sleep apnea episodes by upper airway stimulation using intermittent positive pressure ventilation.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A 52-year-old man presented with pure central sleep apnea syndrome that failed to respond to nasal continuous positive airway pressure (NCPAP) therapy. Intermittent positive pressure stimulation via a nasal mask was instituted using a portable positive pressure ventilator. We found marked reduction in the respiratory disturbance index, number of desaturations, and the number of arousals with this mode of therapy.
Medical subject headings
- Intermittent Positive-Pressure Ventilation
- Sleep Apnea Syndromes