The AirCurve 10 ASV is a bi-level machine offering personalized therapy for central sleep apnea and other central breathing disorders. With advanced ASVAuto algorithm, integrated heated humidifier, and intuitive controls, it ensures effective and comfortable therapy. Explore its unique features for an optimized sleep experience.
The AirCurve 10 ASV is a bi-level machine designed to provide effective sleep therapy using one of the most advanced and clinically-proven ASV algorithms available. The ASVAuto device adjusts to your ventilatory and upper airway stability needs with each breath, ensuring rapid pressure responses and personalized effective therapy.
HCPCS: E0471
Key Features:
Easy-Breathe Technology: The AirCurve ASV features Easy-Breathe technology, which minimizes breathing pressure by reducing it at the beginning of each breath and maintaining low pressure throughout exhalation. Additionally, the machine detects apnea events and automatically increases pressure to the set level until the apnea resolves.
VSync: Vsync is ResMed's latest leak management system designed to enhance patient-ventilator synchronization. Available on all VPAP devices, this system ensures that your therapy remains comfortable and free of leaks.
Pressure Range: The AirCurve 10 ASV offers a wider pressure range than standard CPAP machines. You can set your desired pressure anywhere from 4 cm H2O to 25 cm H2O, providing more pressure than typical machines, which is ideal for users with severe sleep apnea.
Built-in HumidAir™ Humidifier: The new HumidAir heated humidifier comes with every ResMed AirCurve machine. This detachable humidifier helps combat common VPAP therapy symptoms like rainout, dry throat, dry mouth, and nasal congestion. If you prefer not to use a heated humidifier, you can either remove it from the machine or leave the water chamber empty.
SmartStart/SmartStop: The AirCurve 10 ASV features SmartStart and SmartStop, allowing you to begin and end therapy with a single breath. Simply program your settings, put on your mask, and start breathing to initiate therapy. With SmartStop, therapy ends just as easily: once you remove your mask, the machine detects that you are no longer in therapy and shuts down automatically.
Innovative Ramp: ResMed's AirCurve 10 ASV includes a new ramp design. While it still delays the onset of full air pressure for a set period, the new feature allows you to delay any air pressure for up to forty-five minutes. This lets you go to bed and fall asleep without any air pressure. Just program your settings, set the ramp, and drift off to sleep in quiet comfort.
Mask Fitting: The AirCurve 10 ASV includes ResMed's proprietary mask fitting feature, which detects the quality of your mask seal. If your mask is sealed correctly, a large smiling face will appear on the screen. If the mask needs adjustment, a frowning face will be displayed instead.
Big Buttons, Bright Screen: The AirCurve 10 ASV has intuitive controls for easy operation. It includes large, easy-to-press buttons, a brightly lit LCD screen, and a user-friendly interface that is quick and logical to navigate. The machine also has an ambient light detector that slightly dims the screen in the dark, so it won't be too bright at night.
Data Management with ResMed AirView: Manage your data with ResMed AirView service on the cloud. Your sleep apnea information will be automatically updated online, and with ResMed AirView, you can receive alerts directly to your phone via voicemail or text or get email notifications about mask leaks and other potential issues.
Prescription-Only Device: treats serious respiratory conditions
What's Included in Your Package
AirCurve 10 ASV device
HumidAir humidifier
Air Tubing
Power supply unit
Travel bag
Comparative Analysis
The AirCurve 10 ASV offers advanced features to enhance user safety and comfort. Here’s a comparison with similar products. The devices share core functionalities and have unique features that might influence a purchasing decision.
ResMed AirCurve 10 ASV
Pressure Range: 4 cm H2O to 25 cm H2O
Algorithm: ASVAuto adapts to the user's ventilatory and upper airway stability needs with each breath
Humidifier: HumidAir heated humidifier included
Ramp Design: New ramp design delays any air pressure for up to 45 minutes
Mask Fitting Feature: Detects mask seal quality with visual indicators
Controls: Large, easy-to-press buttons, bright LCD screen with ambient light detector
Comparable Products
Philips Respironics DreamStation BiPAP AutoSV
Algorithm: AutoSV Advanced algorithm for personalized therapy
Humidifier: Optional heated humidifier available
Ramp Design: SmartRamp for a gradual increase in pressure
Mask Fitting Feature: Mask fit check with visual feedback
Controls: User-friendly interface with a color LCD screen
Fisher & Paykel SleepStyle Auto
Pressure Range: 4 cm H2O to 20 cm H2O
Algorithm: SensAwake and Expiratory Relief for comfort
Humidifier: Integrated heated humidifier
Ramp Design: Auto-adjusting ramp feature
Mask Fitting Feature: Mask fit indicator
Controls: Easy-to-use buttons with a simple menu navigation
DeVilbiss IntelliPAP AutoBiLevel
Pressure Range: 3 cm H2O to 25 cm H2O
Algorithm: AutoAdjust algorithm
Humidifier: Optional heated humidifier
Ramp Design: Adjustable ramp time
Mask Fitting Feature: Mask fit check
Controls: LCD display with backlit buttons
COMPARISONS
Pressure Range: Both the AirCurve 10 ASV and the DreamStation BiPAP AutoSV offer a wide pressure range up to 25 cm H2O. The SleepStyle Auto has a slightly lower maximum pressure of 20 cm H2O.
Algorithm: The AirCurve 10 ASV's ASVAuto algorithm and the DreamStation’s AutoSV Advanced algorithm both provide adaptive therapy; the IntelliPAP uses AutoAdjust. The AirCurve 10 ASV and DreamStation offer more advanced adaptive features compared to the SensAwake in SleepStyle Auto.
Humidifier: The AirCurve 10 ASV includes a heated humidifier, whereas the DreamStation and IntelliPAP offer it as an optional add-on. The SleepStyle Auto has an integrated humidifier.
Mask Fitting Feature: Both the AirCurve 10 ASV and the DreamStation provide mask fit checks with visual feedback. The IntelliPAP and SleepStyle Auto also offer mask fitting indicators but without the visual guidance.
Controls: The AirCurve 10 ASV and the DreamStation both feature intuitive controls with bright LCD screens. The ambient light detector on the AirCurve 10 ASV, which dims the screen in the dark, may add an extra level of user comfort.
Conclusion: All of these devices provide high-quality, effective sleep therapy with specific distinctions that cater to different user preferences and requirements. Each competitor has unique features. The choice between devices will largely depend on the specific user needs, preferences for particular features, and budget considerations. The AirCurve 10 ASV is a robust choice for consistent and comfortable sleep therapy.