title: Fragile X and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome: Case Presentation and Management Challenges.
abstract: A high prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has been reported in individuals with fragile X syndrome (FXS). Untreated OSA can further complicate both medical and cognitivesequelae. Thus, identifying the diagnostic and treatment challenges that arise in these individuals is essential. We describe an adolescent with FXS who presented with significant OSA symptoms, and the challenges associated with management in this case.
authors.affiliation: Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ.
authors.forename: Courtney
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Curran
authors.affiliation: Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ.
authors.forename: Swarnalata
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Debbarma
authors.affiliation: Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Camden, NJ.
authors.forename: Karim
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Sedky
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D045422:Continuous Positive Airway Pressure / Q000379:methods*; D005600:Fragile X Syndrome / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010349:Patient Compliance; D020181:Sleep Apnea, Obstructive / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy*; D016896:Treatment Outcome
keywords: CPAP compliance; fragile X syndrome; obstructive sleep apnea