What do doctors put over your mouth to help you breathe? An Expert Guide
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During the COVID-19 pandemic from April 2020 to December 2021 in the U.S., 12.1% of hospitalized patients required invasive mechanical ventilation [1.8.3]. So, what do doctors put over your mouth to help you breathe? A range of devices exist, chosen based on the patient's specific condition.