Publications by authors named "Patrick David Munson"

Objective: Children with cerebral palsy (CP) are commonly affected by obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This study examines the efficacy of combined surgical techniques for OSA including tongue base suspension (TBS), using perioperative polysomnograms (PSG) in pediatric patients with CP.

Study Design: Case series with outcome analysis.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Patrick David Munson"

  • Patrick David Munson's research primarily focuses on addressing the surgical management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in pediatric populations, particularly children with cerebral palsy (CP).
  • One of his notable studies evaluates the efficacy of tongue base suspension (TBS) as part of a combined surgical approach to treat OSA in this vulnerable group, utilizing perioperative polysomnograms (PSG) for comprehensive outcome assessment.
  • The research highlights the significance of tailored treatment strategies for children with CP, emphasizing the need for innovative surgical interventions to improve their quality of life and respiratory health.