Cheyne-Stokes respiration during sleep: mechanisms and potential interventions

Br J Hosp Med (Lond). 2015 Jul;76(7):390-6. doi: 10.12968/hmed.2015.76.7.390.

Abstract

Cheyne-Stokes respiration is characterized by a typical waxing and waning pattern in breathing amplitude, interspersed with central apnoeas or hypopnoeas. This article reviews current knowledge regarding Cheyne-Stokes respiration with a particular emphasis on the mechanisms and latest methods of intervention.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Age Factors
  • Cheyne-Stokes Respiration / diagnosis
  • Cheyne-Stokes Respiration / physiopathology*
  • Cheyne-Stokes Respiration / therapy*
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure / methods*
  • Humans
  • Oxygen Inhalation Therapy / methods*
  • Sex Factors
  • Sleep / physiology*