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Assistance getting sub 5 AHI on new machine
#61
RE: Assistance getting sub 5 AHI on new machine
I like to track the 95% flow limitation as a metric on how effective therapy is, and whether to consider additional pressure support / EPR. Your 95% is an excellent 0.02, I usually consider somewhere in excess of 0.15 to be a level that might be better treated with bilevel. You would be there without the EPR, but you currently don't have any therapy needs beyond this Airsense 10 Autoset.

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#62
RE: Assistance getting sub 5 AHI on new machine
Thanks very much for the help on this journey Sleeprider.

Seeing an AHI / RDI of sub 1 every morning is amazing. I'm not necessarily feeling like a 'new man' at this stage as these things take time, but I am properly treated and am hopeful for a little more energy soon.

Sleep tight,
Damian.
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#63
RE: Assistance getting sub 5 AHI on new machine
Some individuals are hyper sensitive to flow limitations. I don't think you are one of them. What I see on your charts does not normallt warrent chasing so I fee that the AutoSet will work well for you. The choice between the autoset and a vauto is, for you, based more on how you feel than anything else.
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#64
RE: Assistance getting sub 5 AHI on new machine
Thanks very much for your assistance on this journey Bonjour. Sleeping better already Smile
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#65
RE: Assistance getting sub 5 AHI on new machine
Good to hear it's going well. Best wishes it continues. I'd assign you a bit of homework; build a positive trend that shows therapy is working great. Coffee
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#66
RE: Assistance getting sub 5 AHI on new machine
I'm logging everything Dave. Even when I do number 2s. I'll definitely come back with that.

Cheers,
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