Table
From: Does the method of humidification within a CPAP circuit affect the work of breathing? A pilot study
| Â | Level of CPAP (cmH2O) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
WOB mean (SD) (J/l) | 0 | 5 | 10 |
Inspiration | Â | Â | Â |
   HME | 0.20 (0.07) | 0.29 (0.09) | 0.37 (0.10) |
   HH | 0.19 (0.07) | 0.21 (0.06) | 0.31 (0.09) |
Expiration | Â | Â | Â |
   HME | 0.14 (0.04) | 0.20 (0.10) | 0.25 (0.07) |
   HH | 0.12 (0.13) | 0.17 (0.04) | 0.21 (0.03) |