To the Editor: Noninvasive ventilation (NIV) affects both the pulmonary and the cardiovascular systems. Indeed, it restores lung volume by opening atelectatic areas, increases alveolar ventilation, and reduces the work of breathing. Moreover, NIV reduces left ventricle afterload and improves
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