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Updated June 15, 2016. Continuous positive airway pressure, commonly called CPAP, is a type of respiratory support, or mechanical ventilation, used in adult and pediatric patients. In premature babies, CPAP is delivered through a set of nasal prongs or through a small mask that fits snugly over a babyâs nose.
What is CPAP? CPAP is an acronym for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. CPAP is a therapy used in the treatment ofObstructive Sleep Apnea. This therapy first developed by Dr. Sullivan in 1981, is the most effective treatment for sleep apnea today.