Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is defined as repetitive episodes of cessation of airflow (apnea) through the nose and mouth during sleep due to obstruction at the level of the pharynx...
Elicit a complete history of daytime and nighttime symptoms. Symptoms can be insidious and may have been present for years.
Daytime symptoms
EDS or fatigue (cardinal symptom) (1)
Mild sy...
Lifestyle modification is the most frequently recommended treatment for mild to moderate OSA. This includes weight loss, exercise, and avoidance of alcohol, smoking, and sedatives, especiall...
Barbé F, Durán-Cantolla J, Sánchez-de-la-Torre M, et al; for Spanish Sleep and Breathing Network. Effect of continuous positive airway pressure on the incidence of hypertension and ...
78275009 Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (disorder)
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OSA is characterized by repetitive episodes of apnea often terminating in a snort/gasp.
Laboratory PSG is the key to diagnosis.
CPAP is the most effective form of treatment for both mild...
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