To Make a Definitive Diagnosis of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Snorers by Polysomnography Attending A Tertiary Care Hospital
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 2
Abstract
Introduction: Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is one the most potential causes of increased upper airway resistance resulting in snoring , so needs to be confirmed and and properly managed. Polysomnography is considered as the gold standard in diagnosis of OSA. Aims and objectives: To make a definitive diagnosis of OSA in snorers and assess its prevalence, as well as to compare its prevalence in obese versus non-obese people. Materials and methods: A total of 300 patients met the criteria and were included..Medical records and data of patients who underwent Polysomnography (PSG) were reviewed retrospectively. Results: Prevalence of obstructive sleep apnoea among snorers in the study is 67.3%.Its prevalence among obese and non-obese are 79% and 59.7% respectively. There were no untoward effects during the study. Conclusion: Undiagnosed OSA is quite prevalent in our country. Polysomnography is the gold standard in diagnosis of OSA. Though obesity is one of the risk factors of OSA, non obese persons with symptoms suggestive of OSA should also be evaluated with PSG.
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Dr. M. Umar Majid
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