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Re: hypopneas vs. apneas


Posted by Mile High AirMan on February03, 2000 at 19:32:54:

In Reply to: Re: hypopneas vs. apneas posted by angie on February03, 2000 at 19:06:13:

An apnea is a 100% blockage of airflow for at least 10 seconds. A hypopnea is a 50% blockage of airflow for at least 10 seconds. Hypopneas are often preceded or are accompanied by snoring, though snoring isn't always present. MHAM

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