Phrases with «to obstruct the airway»

"To obstruct the airway" means that something is blocking or clogging the passage through which air normally flows when we breathe. This can prevent a person from getting enough air, which could be dangerous and make breathing difficult or impossible. Full definition

to obstruct the airway

Sentences with «to obstruct the airway»

This is why even breastfed babies are at risk for obstructed airways — BUT - breastfed babies are at LESS RISK for illness, allergies and disease because they normally receive immunological and nutritional benefits from breastmilk (IF the mother is healthy!) (brianpalmerdds.com)
Key anatomical characteristics, such as larger tongues that fall back in the mouth during deep sleep, can obstruct the airway during sleep; and sensitivity to air blowing onto their faces through a mask makes it difficult for some patients to tolerate a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, the traditional therapy for OSA. (sciencedaily.com)
Illinois first in U.S. to offer procedure Brachycephalic syndrome: it's a medical term for a variety of anatomical problems that sometimes obstruct the airways in pugs, bulldogs, and other pets (even cats!) (vetmed.illinois.edu)
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Phrases with «to obstruct the airway»

Sentences with «to obstruct the airway»

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