Nasal EPAP
Nasal EPAP (pronounced: nay-zuhl ee-pap) is a medical term that refers to a type of breathing therapy used to treat conditions such as sleep apnea. The term stands for Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure.
Etymology
The term "Nasal EPAP" is derived from the words "nasal", referring to the nose, and "EPAP", an acronym for Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure. The term is used to describe a therapy that involves the use of a device that creates positive pressure in the airway during exhalation, which helps to keep the airway open.
Related Terms
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP): This is another type of breathing therapy that is often used in conjunction with Nasal EPAP. CPAP involves the use of a machine that delivers a constant flow of air through a mask worn over the nose and/or mouth.
- Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure (BiPAP): This is a type of non-invasive ventilation that provides two levels of pressure: higher pressure during inhalation and lower pressure during exhalation.
- Sleep Apnea: This is a serious sleep disorder that occurs when a person's breathing is interrupted during sleep. Nasal EPAP is often used as a treatment for this condition.
- Snoring: This is a common symptom of sleep apnea, and can often be reduced or eliminated with the use of Nasal EPAP therapy.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nasal EPAP
- Wikipedia's article - Nasal EPAP
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