Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS): Who Are Our Patients?
Journal Title: Archives of Otolaryngology and Rhinology - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
The Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) is characterized by interruption or reduction of airflow during sleep despite respiratory effort, causing awakenings, oxyhemoglobin desaturation and excessive daytime sleepiness. It is considered a serious public health problem, according to recent national surveys prevalence up to 30% of the general population, reaching alarming levels [1,2]. OSAS can be undiagnosed in 80% of cases [3].
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NS Cavalcanti
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