Mar 24, 2022 · CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) is a machine that uses mild air pressure to keep breathing airways open while you sleep. Your healthcare provider may prescribe CPAP to treat …

La CPAP (presión positiva continua en la vía respiratoria) es una máquina que usa presión de aire leve para mantener las vías respiratorias abiertas al dormir. El proveedor de atención médica puede …

Jan 9, 2025 · Sleep apnea is a common condition that occurs when your breathing stops and restarts many times while you sleep. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of sleep apnea.

Jan 9, 2025 · Treatment for sleep apnea may include healthy lifestyle changes, positive airway pressure such as a CPAP machine, an oral device, surgery, or other treatments.

Nov 15, 2024 · Cystic fibrosis is genetic condition that causes mucus to become thick and sticky. Survival and life expectancy have improved for children with cystic fibrosis.

Jun 6, 2023 · Defibrillators are devices that apply an electric charge or current to the heart to restore a normal heartbeat. If the heart rhythm stops due to cardiac arrest, also known as sudden cardiac …

Mar 24, 2022 · If you are diagnosed with obesity hypoventilation syndrome, your provider may recommend healthy lifestyle changes, such as getting to and maintaining a healthy weight and being …

Mar 24, 2022 · Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) is a common breathing disorder that affects newborns. It occurs most often in babies born several weeks before their due date since their lungs …

Mar 24, 2022 · Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is one type of NPPV. Bag mask ventilation uses a bag, which is attached to a mask that you wear, to pump more air into your lungs. This is …

Jan 9, 2025 · Causes of obstructive sleep apnea. The figure shows how the tongue and soft palate can block your airway during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by conditions that block airflow …