Obstructive sleep apnea in a case of ehlers-danlos syndrome.

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of rare connective tissue disorders characterized by genetic defects in collagen and connective tissue synthesis and structure, with manifestations ranging from asymptomatic or mild skin and joint hyperlaxity to severe physical disability. Mild asymptomatic forms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome seems to be under diagnosed and may have severe systemic complications mainly cardio vascular. Cartilaginous defects in the head and neck region increase the risk of Sleep-Disordered Breathing (SDB) especially Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).