obstructive sleep apnoea Flashcards
1
Q
what
A
collapse of pharyngeal airway during sleep
apnoeic episosed during sleep where they will stop breathing for few mins
(reported by partner)
2
Q
risk factors
A
middle age male obesity alcohol smoking
3
Q
clinical features
A
apnoea episodes during sleep (reported by partner) snoring morning headache unrefreshed from sleep daytime sleepiness concentration problems reduced O2 sats during sleep
4
Q
good things to ask about in history
A
daytime sleepiness
concentration
occupation - can’t operate machinery
5
Q
Mx
A
referral: ENT, sleep clinic
correct reversible risk factors
CPAP
surgery
