BiPAP stands for Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure. It’s a type of noninvasive breathing support used to help people breathe more easily.
Here’s what that means in simple terms:
A BiPAP machine delivers air through a mask (over the nose, mouth, or both).
It provides two levels of pressure:
Higher pressure when you inhale (IPAP) → helps you take in air
Lower pressure when you exhale (EPAP) → makes it easier to breathe out
What is it used for?
BiPAP is commonly used for conditions like:
Sleep apnea (especially central or complex types)
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Respiratory failure or distress
Neuromuscular disorders affecting breathing
