Cough Augmentation in Subjects With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Comparison of Air Stacking via a Resuscitator Bag Versus Mechanical Ventilation.

BACKGROUND: Air stacking improves cough effectiveness in people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and respiratory muscle weakness. However, it is not known whether air stacking is more effective via a resuscitator bag or a home ventilator. METHODS: This prospective randomized study investigated...

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Publicado en:Respiratory Care Vol. 61; no. 1; pp. 61 - 68
Autores principales: Toussaint, Michel, Pernet, Kurt, Steens, Marc, Haan, Jurn, Sheers, Nicole
Formato: pictorial research tables/charts randomized controlled trial Journal Article
Publicado: Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. Jan2016
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