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Table 3 Mean unintentional leaks (in L/min) registered after the solenoid valve at each stage of the study

From: Effect of dynamic random leaks on the monitoring accuracy of home mechanical ventilators: a bench study

 

Inspiratory phase leak

Cycle leak

Expiratory phase leak

Cycle leak

PS 10 leak 1

13.84 ± 0.87

6.94 ± 0.62

9.8 ± 1.38

6.21 ± 1.02

PS 15 leak 1

16.33 ± 1.01

8.23 ± 0.61

9.6 ± 1.16

6.05 ± 0.9

PS 10 leak 2

25.07 ± 3.3

12.42 ± 2.04

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PS 15 leak 2

29 ± 5.23

14.74 ± 2.84

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  1. Cycle leak = Phase leak /Total cycle time.