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Powers WE , Morrison DR : Evaluation of inspired volumes in postoperative patients receiving volume-oriented IPPB. Respir Care 23:39, 1978.

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Miller WF , Sproule DJ : Studies on the role of intermittent positive pressure oxygen breathing (IPPB/I-O₂) in the treatment of pulmonary edema. Dis Chest 35:496, 1959.

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