Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. Review uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a common health problem diagnosed and managed by various medical specialists, including family practice physicians, pediatricians, pulmonologists, and general and pediatric otolaryngologists. If left untreated, the sequelae can be severe. Over the last decade, significant advancements have been made in the evidence-based management of pediatric OSAS. This article focuses on the current understanding of this disease, its management, and related clinical practice guidelines.

publication date

  • August 1, 2013

Research

keywords

  • Sleep Apnea, Obstructive

Identity

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 84881257221

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1016/j.pcl.2013.04.009

PubMed ID

  • 23905822

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 60

issue

  • 4