Obstructive sleep apnea in the adults: An update

M. Casale; M. Pappacena; F. Bressi; V. Rinaldi; F. Faiella; E. Vesperini; F. Salvinelli

Obstructive sleep apnea in the adults: An update

M. Casale, M. Pappacena, F. Bressi, V. Rinaldi, F. Faiella, E. Vesperini, F. Salvinelli

Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda- Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico

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Abstract

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a recognized clinical disorder in which periods of cessation of breathing occur in the presence of inspiratory effort. It is present in a significant proportion of the adult population, but the majority of patients remain undiagnosed. Because this may have serious cardio-vascular and pulmonary consequences, diagnosis, and adequate treatment are important. There is accumulating evidence to support early diagnosis and treatment of this condition. The purpose of this review is to provide an update on the epidemiology, clinical features, pathophysiology, complications, and treatment of adult OSA.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	15-20
Number of pages	6
Journal	Otorinolaringologia
Volume	60
Issue number	1
Publication status	Published - Mar 2010

Keywords

Cardiovascular diseases
Obstructive
Sleep apnea
Sleep apnea syndromes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Otorhinolaryngology

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