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Pathophysiology of Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome

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ABNORMALITIES OF GAS FLOW 2<br />

Increased resistance and turbulent flow<br />

(rather than laminar flow) increase the<br />

amount <strong>of</strong> driving pressure required to<br />

move gas<br />

Increased driving pressure requires<br />

increased work by respiratory muscles

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