Apneustic respirations

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Apneustic respiration (

apneusis) is an abnormal pattern of breathing characterized by deep, gasping inspiration with a pause at full inspiration followed by a brief, insufficient release.

Presentation

Accompanying signs and symptoms may include

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Causes

It is caused by damage to the

causes this pattern of breathing. It is an ominous sign, with a generally poor prognosis.

It can also be temporarily caused by some drugs, such as ketamine. It causes craniocerebral injury.

Diagnosis

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See also

• Apneustic center

References

External links

• About brain injury and functions