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  • Title: Non-invasive ventilation in the treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders: A review and update.
    Author: Nicolini A, Banfi P, Grecchi B, Lax A, Walterspacher S, Barlascini C, Robert D.
    Journal: Rev Port Pneumol; 2014; 20(6):324-35. PubMed ID: 24954545.
    Abstract:
    Non-invasive mechanical ventilation (NIV) was originally used in patients with acute respiratory compromises or exacerbations of chronic respiratory diseases as an alternative to intubation. Over the last thirty years NIV has been used during the night in patients with stable chronic lung diseases such as obstructive sleep apnea, the overlap syndrome (COPD and obstructive sleep apnea), neuromuscular disorders, obesity-hypoventilation syndrome and in other conditions such as sleep disorders associated with congestive heart failure. In this review we discuss the different types of NIV, the specific conditions in which they can be used as well as the indications, recommendations, and evidence supporting the efficacy of NIV.
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