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by dubito
Tue Nov 20, 2018 12:55 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: ASV setting and mask leaks
Replies: 12
Views: 1422

Re: ASV setting and mask leaks

I use an ASV machine with the DreamWear mask and nasal cushion. To prevent mouth leaks, I tape my moth shut using 3M Micropore tape and wear Dr. Dakota's soft cervical collar. I initially tried using a chinstrap, but it actually applied a backward pressure to my jaw, which caused problems. And after...
by dubito
Fri Aug 24, 2018 10:27 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Colonoscopy & BiPap
Replies: 36
Views: 10388

Re: Colonoscopy & BiPap

I recently had a colonoscopy at a clinic and notified them that I use an ASV device. The anesthesiologist did quickly examine me, but didn't seem concerned and they went ahead and did the procedure.
by dubito
Tue Aug 07, 2018 11:12 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Cmparison ASV: Phillips VS Resmed
Replies: 12
Views: 2456

Re: Cmparison ASV: Phillips VS Resmed

I now use the ResMed AirCurve 10 ASV machine after having tried and failed therapy with the PR DreamStation APAP and Auto BiPAP. I would never go back to a PR machine. In my experience, the ResMed runs quieter, requires a lower EPAP, and synchronizes much better with my breathing pattern.
by dubito
Tue Jun 26, 2018 10:10 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Bumpy waveforms?
Replies: 4
Views: 27262

Re: Bumpy waveforms?

It could possibly be an inspiratory flow limitation. The ResMed scoring algorithm attempts to detect flow limitations by measuring the "flatness" and other characteristics of the curve relative to an ideal sinusoidal curve representing normal inspiration, but it isn't perfect and is more skewed towa...
by dubito
Thu Jun 07, 2018 12:39 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New Aircurve 10 ASV For Sale
Replies: 3
Views: 1724

Re: New Aircurve 10 ASV For Sale

I'm interested. Does it include the humidifier tub? Also, does it come with an SD card?