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Central Sleep Apnea : Treatments

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Treatments Overview Articles

Central sleep apnea
If central sleep apnea is due to heart failure, the goal is to treat the heart failure itself. In the case of idiopathic apnea or brainstem problems, nasal CPAP may be used to allow breathing.
Source:ADAM
Date:November 13, 2006

Specific Treatments Articles

Nasal CPAP
CPAP stands for "continuous positive airway pressure." CPAP is a treatment that uses slightly pressurized air throughout the breathing cycle. This makes it easier to breathe and get more air. CPAP can be used by mouth, by nose, or through ventilation tubes.
Source:ADAM
Date:November 13, 2006
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