Evidence map›Paper›PMID 28352990›Full record

ReviewSleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung2017

Choosing the right interface for positive airway pressure therapy in patients with obstructive sleep apnea.

Ahmed S BaHammam, Tripat Singh, Smitha George, Karen Lorraine Acosta, Kashmira Barataman, Divinagracia E Gacuan

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Review in Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung, 2017. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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0cells of the map it votes in
1citing papers in PubMed
2.8field-weighted citation impact, top 10% of its field
1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

1 citing paper in PubMed, 29 citations in OpenAlex.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors at 2 institutions in 2 countries.

Ahmed S BaHammamThe University Sleep Disorders Center, Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Box 225503, Riyadh, 11324, Saudi Arabia. ashammam2@gmail.com.
Tripat SinghPhilips, Respironics, Murrysville, PA, USA.
Smitha GeorgeThe University Sleep Disorders Center, Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Box 225503, Riyadh, 11324, Saudi Arabia.
Karen Lorraine AcostaThe University Sleep Disorders Center, Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Box 225503, Riyadh, 11324, Saudi Arabia.
Kashmira BaratamanThe University Sleep Disorders Center, Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Box 225503, Riyadh, 11324, Saudi Arabia.
Divinagracia E GacuanThe University Sleep Disorders Center, Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Box 225503, Riyadh, 11324, Saudi Arabia.
King Saud University · SAPhilips (United States) · US

Funding

National Plan for Science and Technology Program by the King Saud University Project in Saudi Arabia MED511-02-08
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposePositive airway pressure (PAP) is the standard and most effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It provides a continuous stream of air under positive pressure through the nose, mouth, or both, which prevents collapse of the upper airway. This allows the patient to breathe freely during sleep. The success of PAP therapy depends largely on the selection of the proper interface (mask). The choice and application of the interface in patients with OSA is a great challenge that greatly affects the long-term compliance to PAP therapy.

methodsThis article discusses the different types of masks that can be used in patients with OSA, including the differences between nasal, oro-nasal, and total face masks, breathing during wakefulness and sleep, and the impact of interface type on upper airway patency and mask fitting. We also discuss the steps to be considered in choosing the proper interface and potential problems that may arise during long-term use. RESULTS AND

conclusionCurrent evidence suggests that the nasal mask is better tolerated, requires lower pressure to eliminate obstructive respiratory events, and is associated with a better sleep quality and better PAP therapy compliance. Nevertheless, the best mask is the one that patient will wear.

Indexed as

MasksPatient ComplianceContinuous Positive Airway PressureHumansRespirationSleep Apnea, ObstructiveCPAPInterfaceNasal maskNasal pillowOro-nasal maskSleep apnea

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PMID28352990
OpenAlexW2598759250

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