Obstructive sleep apnea Flashcards
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Definition obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
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frequent pauses in breathing during sleep, snoring, due to upper airway collapse
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Prevalence OSA
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3-5% of population
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Symptoms OSA
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Snoring, sleepyiness, headache, chocking at night
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Risk factors OSA
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Age, menopause, obesity
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Pathophysiology OSA
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Activity of respiratory muscles is reduced at night. Apnea: when airway in throat is sucked closed when breathing in
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Diagnositcs OSA
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Physical: history of snoring
Imaging: at home oximetry and pulse meassurements
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Treatment OSA
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Weight loss and alcohol reduction. Or positive airway pressure during sleep
