Interfaces of Non-invasive Ventilation on Performance in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Impact of Various Interfaces of Non-invasive Ventilation on Performance During Exercise in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

The purpose of this study is to determine wether the interface (facial or nasal mask) influences performance in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exercising with non-invasive ventilation.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age > 18 years
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Gold III-IV
• Eligible for pulmonary rehabilitation
• Exercise limitation : at least respiratory limitation (ventilatory reserve ≤ 30%)

Non-inclusion Criteria:

• Pregnant woman or likely to be
• Familiar with home non-invasive ventilation
• Patient under guardianship

Exclusion Criteria:

• Acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease