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Assessment and treatment of obstructive sleep-disordered breathing

Kaitlyn Anne Bodenner1, Supriya K Jambhekar, Gulnur Com

  • 11University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR, USA.

Clinical Pediatrics
|March 21, 2014
PubMed

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Obstructive sleep-disordered breathing (OSDB) affects 1-3% of children and can cause serious health and developmental issues if untreated. This review aims to raise awareness among pediatricians about OSDB

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Pulmonology

Background:

  • Obstructive sleep-disordered breathing (OSDB) impacts 1-3% of children.
  • Undiagnosed and untreated OSDB can lead to significant medical comorbidities.
  • It also causes cognitive, academic, behavioral, and emotional problems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To increase awareness among family physicians and pediatricians regarding the severity and prevalence of pediatric OSDB.
  • To provide a comprehensive overview of OSDB in children.
  • To inform healthcare providers about predisposing factors, assessment, and treatment options.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on pediatric OSDB.
  • Synthesis of information on prevalence, risk factors, clinical presentation, and management.
  • Focus on practical guidance for primary care physicians.

Main Results:

  • OSDB is a prevalent condition in children with potentially severe consequences.
  • Early identification and intervention are crucial for mitigating negative outcomes.
  • A multi-faceted approach to assessment and treatment is often required.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric OSDB requires greater attention from healthcare providers.
  • Understanding predisposing factors aids in early diagnosis.
  • Effective management strategies can improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Keywords:
obstructive sleep apneapediatric sleep disordersleep-disordered breathing

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