Stridor and Sleep Apnoea Flashcards

1
Q

Stridor

A

Inspiratory wheeze due to large airway obstruction

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2
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Causes of stridor in children

A

Infections (Croup, epiglottis)
Foreign body
Anaphylaxis
Burns

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3
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Causes of stridor in adults

A

Neoplasms (larynx, trachea, bronchi)
Anaphylaxis
Trauma
Goitre

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4
Q

Investigations of stridor

A

Laryngoscopy
Bronchoscopy
Flow volume loop
Chest Xray

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5
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Treatment of malignant airway obstruction

A

Tumour removal
Tumour compression
Radiotherapy

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6
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Acute Anaphylaxis

A

Type 1 Hypersensitivity

Flushing, urticaria

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7
Q

Snoring

A

Relaxation of pharyngeal dilator muscles during sleep

Upper airway narrowing, turbulent airflow and vibration of soft palate and tongue base

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8
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Obstructive Sleep Apnoea

A

Intermittent airway collapse in sleep

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9
Q

Consequences of sleep apnoea

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Excessive daytime sleepiness
Personality change
Cognitive impairment

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