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The humidification of the inspired air is one of the major functions of the upper airway. Although its physiology is already recognized, the clinical consequences of its disturbances are less established. In this chapter, we will review the concept of humidity, the process of the upper airway humidification, and the implications of insufficient and excessive humidification, with biological and artificial ventilation. Using these concepts, we will assess its significance in upper airway symptoms and how it correlates to the ventilation adherence.
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Silva, F.T., Conde, B. (2023). Upper Airway Humidification: Physiology and Clinical Implications. In: Esquinas, A.M., De Vito, A., Barbetakis, N. (eds) Upper Airway Disorders and Noninvasive Mechanical Ventilation. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-32487-1_4
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