Snoring: referral, investigation and treatment.
Snoring is a common problem and the incidence increases with age. The significance of snoring as a symptom of sleep disordered breathing must not be overlooked in assessing this complaint. This article aims to highlight some of the important aspects in the investigation and management of a snoring patient.
Trotter
Matthew I
MI
University Hospital Birmingham Queen Elizabeth, Birmingham B15 2TH.
Morgan
David W
DW
D000428:Alcohol Drinking / Q000009:adverse effects; D015992:Body Mass Index; D017115:Catheter Ablation / Q000379:methods; D004724:Endoscopy / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000379:methods; D015508:Nasal Obstruction / Q000209:etiology; D017286:Polysomnography / Q000379:methods; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012891:Sleep Apnea Syndromes / Q000209:etiology; D007319:Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders / Q000209:etiology; D012907:Smoking / Q000009:adverse effects; D012913:Snoring / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*