AI Article Synopsis
- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) involves repeated airway blockages during sleep, leading to awakenings and potential drops in oxygen levels.
- The condition causes compression of the oropharynx, disrupting sleep continuity and resulting in fragmented rest.
- A hyperplastic uvula is often seen in OSA patients, and the article outlines different diagnostic and treatment options for managing the disorder.
Article Abstract
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterized by repeated episodes of upper airway blockage and collapse during sleep accompanied by awakenings with or without oxygen desaturations. During obstructive sleep apnea events, the oropharynx in the back of the throat compresses, causing arousal, oxygen desaturation, or both, leading to fragmented sleep. The hyperplastic uvula is a common clinical finding in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. The various diagnostic and treatment modalities of obstructive sleep apnea are discussed in this article.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10241529 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.38644 | DOI Listing |
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