Guest guest Posted September 21, 2005 Report Share Posted September 21, 2005 Hi I just found out that they will be increasing my CPAP pressure from 11 to 17. Do any of you have a pressure set this high or higher. I don't even know how high the pressures can be set. I do know that I had to pick out a mask that could be tightened enough to withstand the pressure. laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2005 Report Share Posted September 21, 2005 Hi Laurie, Many of the children with COngenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome that have transitioned from a trach to BiPAP have pressures ranging from 20 to 25. The bigger question is will you be able to tolerate that pressure for both inspiration and exhalation. The kids are all on BiPAP with lower pressures on exhalation. Joanne Kocourek (mom to , lies, and ) visit us at: http://www.caringbridge.org/il/annakris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2005 Report Share Posted September 21, 2005 Joanne Actually I have a C-flex which provides a lower pressure for exhalation. It is my understanding that it is computer adapted for every breath whereas a bi-PAP has a set exhalation pressure. I may have to use the ramp the first few days, since this is an increase from 11 to 17 and my increase a year ago was only 9 to 11. Thanks for the info. I've used a CPAP for about 5-6 years, but never looked for more info. I appreciate the info. laurie > Hi Laurie, > > Many of the children with COngenital Central > Hypoventilation Syndrome that have transitioned from a > trach to BiPAP have pressures ranging from 20 to 25. > The bigger question is will you be able to tolerate > that pressure for both inspiration and exhalation. > The kids are all on BiPAP with lower pressures on exhalation. > > Joanne Kocourek (mom to , lies, and ) > visit us at: http://www.caringbridge.org/il/annakris > > > > Medical advice, information, opinions, data and statements contained herein are not necessarily those of the list moderators. The author of this e mail is entirely responsible for its content. List members are reminded of their responsibility to evaluate the content of the postings and consult with their physicians regarding changes in their own treatment. > > Personal attacks are not permitted on the list and anyone who sends one is automatically moderated or removed depending on the severity of the attack. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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