Obstructive sleep apnoea
Introduction to Obstructive sleep apnoea
Welcome to the Obstructive sleep apnoea subsection of the ENT for the MSRA course.
This section is designed to provide comprehensive and structured learning materials to help you understand and master the topic of Obstructive sleep apnoea for the MSRA.
Resources for Obstructive sleep apnoea:
- Obstructive sleep apnoea Revision Notes for MSRA: Detailed and concise traditional revision notes covering all essential aspects of Obstructive sleep apnoea, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. These notes are based on UK NICE guidelines and formatted in tables for easy recall.
- Obstructive sleep apnoea Flashcards for MSRA: Interactive flashcards to help you memorise key facts and concepts about Obstructive sleep apnoea. These are perfect for quick reviews and reinforcing your knowledge.
- Obstructive sleep apnoea Accordion Q&A Notes for the MSRA: Engage in active learning with question-and-answer style revision notes in the accordion format. This is useful for testing your understanding of Obstructive sleep apnoea and focusing on areas needing improvement.
- Obstructive sleep apnoea Rapid Fire Quiz for MSRA: A short quiz to test your knowledge and recall of Obstructive sleep apnoea-related concepts. It’s an excellent way to assess your progress and pinpoint areas for further review.
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Key Points about Obstructive sleep apnoea
- Definition: Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a sleep disorder characterised by repeated episodes of partial or complete obstruction of the upper airway during sleep, leading to breathing pauses, frequent awakenings, and disrupted sleep.
- Causes:
- Obesity: Excess fat deposits around the neck can obstruct the airway.
- Enlarged tonsils or adenoids, particularly in children.
- Anatomical abnormalities such as a small airway, retrognathia, or large tongue.
- Nasal congestion due to allergies or other causes.
- Symptoms:
- Loud snoring and observed episodes of breathing pauses during sleep.
- Daytime sleepiness and fatigue.
- Morning headaches and dry mouth.
- Irritability or difficulty concentrating.
- Restless sleep and frequent awakenings at night.
- Investigations:
- Polysomnography (sleep study): Gold standard test for diagnosing OSA. It monitors various body functions such as brain waves, eye movements, muscle activity, heart rate, and oxygen levels during sleep.
- Home sleep apnea testing (HSAT): A simplified test to assess OSA in patients with a high likelihood of the condition.
- Management:
- Lifestyle modifications: Weight loss, avoiding alcohol and sedatives before bedtime, and changing sleep positions (e.g., side sleeping).
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP): First-line treatment for moderate to severe OSA. It delivers air pressure through a mask to keep the airway open.
- Oral appliances: Mandibular advancement devices that reposition the jaw and tongue to improve airflow during sleep.
- Surgery: In selected cases, surgery may be recommended to remove or reduce obstructive tissues, such as tonsillectomy or uvulopalatopharyngoplasty.
- Complications:
- Cardiovascular issues such as hypertension, arrhythmias, and heart failure.
- Increased risk of stroke and heart attack.
- Daytime drowsiness leading to accidents or reduced work performance.
- Poor quality of life due to disrupted sleep and chronic fatigue.
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