An Update on Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome—A Literature Review
Alexandra Platon, Carmen Gabriela Stelea, Otilia Boișteanu, Emilia Pătrășcanu, Irina Zetu, Sorana Roșu, Valentina Trifan, Dragoș Octavian Palade
Abstract
Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is the most common breathing-related sleep disorder. It is characterized by recurrent episodes of partial or complete airway obstruction during sleep, resulting in a reduction in or the total cessation of airflow, despite ongoing respiratory efforts, leading to oxygen desaturation and arousal. The purpose of this literature review is to evaluate the most common characteristics of this pathology, as well as to investigate the most effective treatment options, providing an update on the management of OSA patients.
Topics & Concepts
Obstructive sleep apneaMedicineBreathingAirway obstructionSleep (system call)Sleep apneaArousalApneaAirwayIntensive care medicineContinuous positive airway pressureAnesthesiaPsychologyComputer scienceNeuroscienceOperating systemObstructive Sleep Apnea ResearchNeuroscience of respiration and sleepCardiovascular and Diving-Related Complications