Reversal of acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive lung disease by inspiratory assistance with a face mask.
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PMID: 2122253
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We designed, and here report on the efficacy of, a noninvasive ventilatory-assistance apparatus to provide inspiratory-pressure support by means of a face mask. METHODS: We assessed the short-term (45-minute) physiologic effects of the apparatus in 11 patients with acute e …
We designed, and here report on the efficacy of, a noninvasive ventilatory-assistance apparatus to provide inspiratory-pressure support by m …