Continuous positive airway pressure
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is a medical treatment that uses a constant flow of air pressure to keep the airways open during sleep. It is commonly used to treat sleep apnea, a condition where a person's breathing is repeatedly interrupted during sleep.
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It is commonly used to treat sleep apnea, a condition where a person's breathing is repeatedly interrupted during sleep. The CPAP machine delivers pressurized air through a mask that is worn over the nose and sometimes the mouth. The air pressure generated by the machine prevents the collapse of the airways, allowing the person to breathe uninterrupted throughout the night. CPAP is an effective treatment for sleep apnea and can improve the quality of sleep and overall health of individuals with the condition.