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Clinical and pathophysiological aspects of obstructive sleep apnea in children
Author(s) -
Marcus C.L.
Publication year - 1997
Publication title -
pediatric pulmonology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.866
H-Index - 106
eISSN - 1099-0496
pISSN - 8755-6863
DOI - 10.1002/ppul.1950230867
Subject(s) - medicine , obstructive sleep apnea , presentation (obstetrics) , pathophysiology , intensive care medicine , pediatrics , apnea , sleep apnea , surgery
OSAS is an important cause of morbidity in childhood. It differs significantly from adult OSAS in its clinical presentation, polysomnographic findings and management. Early diagnosis and treatment will result in a satisfactory outcome.