Abstract
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a common disorder characterized by repetitive narrowing or collapse of the pharyngeal airway during sleep. The disorder is associated with major comorbidities including excessive daytime sleepiness and increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The underlying pathophysiology is multifactorial and may vary considerably between individuals. The primary objective of this article is to review the diagnosis, pathophysiology and treatment of OSA as well as several of the comorbidities commonly associated with the disorder.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 88-98 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| Journal | Chettinad Health City Medical Journal |
| Volume | 1 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| Publication status | Published - Sept 2012 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Obstructive sleep apnoea
- Polysomnogram
- continuous positive airway pressure
- Sleep
