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What is a good apnea-hypopnea index number to aim for while using a cpap?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

5: You want it to be normal, which is less than 5.

Dr Fisher and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/16/2013

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