Mucus transport mechanisms in relation to the effect of high frequency chest compression (HFCC) on mucus clearance

L G Hansen; W J Warwick; K L Hansen

doi:10.1002/ppul.1950170207

Mucus transport mechanisms in relation to the effect of high frequency chest compression (HFCC) on mucus clearance

Pediatr Pulmonol. 1994 Feb;17(2):113-8. doi: 10.1002/ppul.1950170207.

Authors

L G Hansen¹, W J Warwick, K L Hansen

Affiliation

¹ University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis 55455.

PMID: 8165037
DOI: 10.1002/ppul.1950170207

Abstract

High frequency chest compression (HFCC) appears promising as a form of chest physiotherapy. Studies published by several clinical centers support its efficacy, and further clinical data are expected to become available.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Clinical Trials as Topic
Cystic Fibrosis / therapy*
Drainage, Postural*
Gravity Suits
Humans
Lung Diseases, Obstructive / therapy*
Mucociliary Clearance / physiology
Mucus*
Respiratory Therapy*