Putting sleep apnea to rest. Tailored therapy reduces fatigue-related risks.
Sleep apnea, the periodic cessation of breathing during sleep, is a common and underdiagnosed condition. Treatment can improve quality of life as well as reduce morbidity and mortality from sleep apnea-related hypertension, stroke, and traffic accidents. In this article, the authors discuss types of sleep apnea, diagnostic tools, and treatment strategies for both adults and children.
Alvi
Aijaz
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Mercy Health System, Crystal Lake, Illinois, USA.
Lee
Stella E
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D045422:Continuous Positive Airway Pressure; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D013517:Otorhinolaryngologic Surgical Procedures; D010808:Physical Examination; D017286:Polysomnography; D012891:Sleep Apnea Syndromes / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy*