Diagnosis of Central Apnea

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Diagnosis of Central Apnea

Posted by Mark Biegert on March 19, 1998 at 17:39:05:
During sleep studies, how is a central apnea event distinguished from an obstructive event? I have read about a "balloon" test that can be used as a definitive test for central apnea. Could someone describe that to me and how it works?

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