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treatment > instrumental treatment > noninvasive ventilation

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noninvasive ventilation  

Definition(s)

  • Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) is the use of breathing support administered through a face mask, nasal mask, or a helmet. Air, usually with added oxygen, is given through the mask under positive pressure; generally the amount of pressure is alternated depending on whether someone is breathing in or out. It is termed "non-invasive" because it is delivered with a mask that is tightly fitted to the face or around the head, but without a need for tracheal intubation (a tube through the mouth into the windpipe).

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Synonym(s)

  • non-invasive ventilation

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/INS-H22L3PXV-D

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