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BiPAP vs. CPAP: What’s the Difference?

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and BiPAP (bi-level) therapy are used to treat sleep apnea. CPAP is the most ...
Healio

Noninvasive respiratory support lowers extubation failure odds in children

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula and bilevel positive airway pressure each reduced the odds for extubation failure ...
Prevention

Recalled CPAP Machines for Sleep Apnea Linked to Over 500 Deaths

The FDA announced that recalled CPAP and BiPAP machines have been tied to hundreds of deaths. The CPAP and BiPAP machines were initially recalled in June 2021. CPAP and BiPAP machines are both worn at ...
Healthline

Can Using a CPAP Machine Cause Bloating?

Bloating is a possible symptom associated with using a CPAP machine, as it can cause excess air in your stomach. Management may include switching devices or lifestyle changes. A continuous positive ...