BiPAP

GPTKB entity

Statements (28)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf noninvasive ventilation device
gptkbp:alternativeTo gptkb:CPAP
gptkbp:contraindication impaired consciousness
severe facial trauma
uncooperative patient
gptkbp:fullName gptkb:Bilevel_Positive_Airway_Pressure
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label BiPAP
gptkbp:inventedBy 1990s
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Philips_Respironics
gptkbp:pressureModes expiratory positive airway pressure
inspiratory positive airway pressure
gptkbp:provides two levels of airway pressure
gptkbp:regulates expiratory pressure
inspiratory pressure
gptkbp:requires gptkb:mask
nasal mask
gptkbp:sideEffect skin irritation
nasal dryness
aerophagia
gptkbp:usedBy patients with neuromuscular disease
patients with obesity hypoventilation syndrome
gptkbp:usedFor treatment of sleep apnea
treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
treatment of respiratory failure
gptkbp:usedIn gptkb:hospital
home care
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Breathing_Machine
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7