Hakim TS Author

Short Communication Open Access

A New FDA Cleared Expiratory Resistance Device for Treatment of Snoring and Low Levels of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

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Hakim TS and Camporesi EM

Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure (EPAP) devices have been successfully used to treat obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. A new EPAP device called “Optipillows EPAP Mask” has recently been cleared by the FDA for treatment of snoring. The goal of this study is to describe the new EPAP mask and characterize its resistance properties. The EPAP mask consists of a nasal pillow type mask with head straps and with a proprietary micro valve on the front of it. The EPAP mask allows inhalation with minimal resistance, but with more resistance during exhalation causing the pressure to be elevated. The expiratory resistance can be adjusted according to patient’s comfort. The pressure generated by the EPAP mask was evaluated using a breathing system that simulated normal breathi... view more»

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