A patient interface is disclosed which is comfortable for the user to wear and includes at least in part a moisture permeable or breathable area in the body of the patient interface. In another embodiment the patient interface is a strapless mask that is moulded to fit the contours of a user...
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This can promote efficient gases exchange and ventilation in the lungs, aid defense mechanisms in the airways, and increase patient comfort during treatment. The humidification apparatus can include a water reservoir and a heating element for heating the water in the reservoir. As the water heats,...
4. A control system as claimed in claim 3, wherein the at least one user interface element comprises one or more of: a blower element for a patient or other user to adjust the speed of, and/or turn on or off, a blower of the respiratory device; a humidity setting element for a pa...
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