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New treatments for obstructive sleep apnea in children
Author(s) -
Jones Oguh Sheri,
Elden Lisa,
Swanson Jordan,
Tapia Ignacio,
Subramanyam Rajeev
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
pediatric anesthesia
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.704
H-Index - 82
eISSN - 1460-9592
pISSN - 1155-5645
DOI - 10.1111/pan.13775
Subject(s) - medicine , obstructive sleep apnea , continuous positive airway pressure , perioperative , pediatrics , sleep apnea , intensive care medicine , positive airway pressure , tonsillectomy , population , airway , adenoidectomy , surgery , environmental health
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has a prevalence of up to 5% in children and 50% in obese children. OSA is associated with various comorbidities in the general population and in the perioperative period. In this review, we will provide background of OSA and insights into the available treatment options both surgically and medically. Unlike adults, most pediatric OSA is treated with adenotonsillectomy. Continuous positive airway pressure therapy is the commonly used medical treatment. Management of pediatric OSA is multidisciplinary. We will discuss the surgical options and medical options of managing pediatric OSA.