Method and apparatus for maintaining airway patency to treat sle

Details Method and apparatus for maintaining airway patency to treat sle Method and apparatus for maintaining airway patency to treat sle

1989-09-22

1992-09-22

Burr, Edgar S.

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Means for supplying respiratory gas under positive pressure

12820423, A61M 1600

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051488027

ABSTRACT:
An improved methodology and apparatus for the treatment of sleep apnea through application of alternating high and low level positive airway pressure within the airway of the patient with the high and low airway pressure being coordinated with the spontaneous respiration of the patient.

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