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Tratamentul Apneei în Somn by Anca Nicolae is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS), which is characterized by repetitive pauses or decreases in breathing during sleep. OSAS is defined as having an apnea/hypopnea index of ≥5 episodes per hour associated with excessive daytime sleepiness. Risk factors include male sex, obesity, and anatomical abnormalities of the throat and upper airway. Polysomnography is used to diagnose OSAS based on the apnea/hypopnea index. Treatment options include lifestyle changes, oral appliances, and c
- Author
- Anca Nicolae
- Language
- EN