Obstructive Sleep Apnea Resolution in Hypopnea- versus Apnea-Predominant Children after Adenotonsillectomy
Conclusion
This small study demonstrated no difference in disease resolution between children with hypopnea- and apnea-predominant OSA who underwent adenotonsillectomy. Additionally, adenotonsillectomy significantly improved OSA in most children, and high preoperative oAHI was associated with persistent postoperative OSA.
Source: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tang, A. L., Cohen, A. P., Benke, J. R., Stierer, K. D., Stanley, J., Ishman, S. L. Tags: Pediatric Otolaryngology Source Type: research
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