Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8689835 | Neuromuscular Disorders | 2018 | 37 Pages |
Abstract
- This report provides with an algorithmic approach to ACT management in NMDs.
- ACTs are employed to compensate for weak respiratory muscles in people with NMDs.
- Peripheral ACTs aim to improve ventilation and mucus transport.
- Proximal ACTs aim to improve cough by augmenting inspiration, expiration or both.
- Cough efficacy requires peak cough flow values above 160-200âL/min in adult NMDs.
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Authors
Michel Toussaint, Michelle Chatwin, Jesus Gonzales, David J. Berlowitz,