RE: CPAP, asthma, and microplastics
(06-18-2024, 05:24 AM)jlsmithseven Wrote: I think those are only meant for hospital use so they can re use hosing systems and machines without contaminating them. Please do research before using this.
Some of our members with allergies have been using it. The instrument compensates for its higher resistance if you follow SarcasticDave94's comment above and deliver the same treatment. Nevertheless, at very high moisture, condensed water might clog it.
RE: CPAP, asthma, and microplastics
The inline filter can skew the CPAP's data reporting, too. If you use one, don't plan on analyzing your sleep data.
- Red
RE: CPAP, asthma, and microplastics
Yep all true. So much fun in Apnea Circus Land.
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RE: CPAP, asthma, and microplastics
How does it skew data? I still need to have my machine approved by insurance.
RE: CPAP, asthma, and microplastics
The CPAP is using the sensors located within the base unit to determine flow rate, pressure and events. The CPAP is calibrated for this configuration. Having a restriction in the air line after the sensors does not provide accurate data reporting. Resmed has the option listed, but it is just an assumption of resistance. As the filter ages, or if humidity causes moisture to accumulate on the filter material, you can expect an increase in flow restriction, thus further degrading its efficiency.
- Red
RE: CPAP, asthma, and microplastics
(06-19-2024, 03:21 PM)maryann Wrote: How does it skew data? I still need to have my machine approved by insurance.
Your instrument will not be damaged. When you remove the filter and restore the configuration setting, it will operate as before.
