Evaluation of the obstructive sleep apnea patient and management of snoring.
This article provides a practical strategy for the systematic evaluation of the obstructive sleep apnea patient. The management of snoring is also discussed. The presented strategy is based upon review of the current literature, the principles set forth in the American Academy of Sleep Medicine clinical guideline publication, and the author's personal experience.
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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, 520 North 12th Street, Richmond, VA 23298, USA. reyzor1@aol.com
D003952:Diagnostic Imaging; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D010808:Physical Examination; D017286:Polysomnography; D012307:Risk Factors; D020181:Sleep Apnea, Obstructive / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D012913:Snoring / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*