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Introduction
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Introduction
Read the entire manual before using the device. This User Guide is for a non-clinician user,
and does not contain all the information provided in the Clinical Guide.
Indications for use
The Stellar 100/150 is intended to provide ventilation for non-dependent, spontaneously
breathing adult and paediatric patients (13 kg and above) with respiratory insufficiency, or
respiratory failure, with or without obstructive sleep apnoea. The device is for noninvasive
use, or invasive use (with the use of the ResMed Leak Valve). Operation of the device
includes both stationary, such as in hospital or home, or mobile, such as wheelchair usage.
Contraindications
The Stellar is contraindicated in patients who are unable to endure more than brief
interruptions in ventilation. The Stellar is not a life support ventilator.
If you have any of the following conditions, tell your doctor before using this device:
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pneumothorax or pneumomediastinum
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pathologically low blood pressure, particularly if associated with intravascular volume
depletion
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cerebrospinal fluid leak, recent cranial surgery or trauma
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severe bullous lung disease
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dehydration.
The use of the Stellar or pulse oximetry (including XPOD) is contraindicated in an MRI
environment.
AutoEPAP
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is contraindicated for invasive use.
Adverse effects
You should report unusual chest pain, severe headache or increased breathlessness to
your prescribing physician.
The following side effects may arise during the course of noninvasive ventilation with the
device:
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drying of the nose, mouth or throat
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nosebleed
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bloating
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ear or sinus discomfort
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eye irritation
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skin rashes.
1 This feature is not available in all countries.
