ABSTRACT

Bilevel positive airway pressure (BPAP), often known as BiPAP, is a breathing machine. It's a type of non- invasive ventilation that doctors may employ if you can breathe on your own but don't obtain enough oxygen or can't expel carbon dioxide. Unlike invasive mechanical ventilation, which uses a tube in your throat, BiPAP provides air via a mask on your face. The term "positive airway pressure" refers to the device pushing air at a higher pressure into your airway, which includes your nose, mouth, and windpipe (trachea). This increased pressure maintains your airway open, allowing air to enter and exit your lungs more effectively. "Bilevel" indicates that it provides airflow at two distinct pressures: One for breathing and another for exhaling. The two levels are known as inhalation positive airway pressure (IPAP) and exhalation positive airway pressure (EPAP). The machine settings allow you to choose the timing of the two pressures (timed) or automatically alter the pressure based on your breathing patterns. In certain emergency or acute care circumstances, providers employ BiPAP. Some people keep a BiPAP machine at home for persistent diseases. BiPAP machines are employed in continuous conditions or in emergency situations where we require assistance with breathing. Keywords: BiPAP, Ventilation, Positive airway pressure, Breathing
Publication date: 01/02/2026

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2026/15.2.9801