Mouthpiece ventilation in neuromuscular disease

Discussion: The mouthpiece should alvays be considered for patient with neuromuscular disease that has to start NIV; it is useful to promote a positive approach and a rapid acceptance of the new condition; it should be considered for patients poorly tolerant to NIV or use NIV many hours a day sometimes alternatin with the nasal or fullface mask. In our experience MPV alone or combined with other interfaces improves the quality of patient's life and promotes greater adherence to NIV.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 6, 2017 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Annunziata, A., Fiorentino, G., Gaeta, A. M., Scotto di Frega, G., Cauteruccio, R., Marotta, A., De Simone, F., Imitazione, P., Esquinas, A. M. Tags: Noninvasive Ventilatory Support Source Type: research