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Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy DISE with Target Controlled Infusion TCI and Bispectral Analysis in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
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Pediatric drug-induced sleep endoscopy: An updated review of the literature

Jill M Arganbright1,2, Jason C Lee3, Robert A Weatherly1,2

  • 1Children's Mercy Kansas City, Division of Otolaryngology, Kansas City, MO, USA.

World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
|August 25, 2021
PubMed

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Drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) is increasingly used in children. This review details its application for pediatric airway obstruction, particularly concerning adenotonsillar enlargement.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Otolaryngology
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Airway Management

Background:

  • Drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) has seen significant growth over the past 10-15 years.
  • The application of DISE has expanded to include pediatric populations.
  • Adenotonsillar enlargement is a common cause of airway obstruction in children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the utility of drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) in pediatric patients.
  • To outline a specific approach for using DISE in children with airway obstruction.
  • To focus on the management of pediatric airway obstruction related to adenotonsillar hypertrophy.

Main Methods:

  • This is a review article.
  • The article outlines a practical approach to performing DISE in children.
  • The focus is on diagnostic criteria and interpretation in the pediatric population.

Main Results:

  • DISE is a valuable tool for evaluating pediatric airway obstruction.
  • It aids in identifying the specific sites and patterns of obstruction.
  • The technique is particularly useful when adenotonsillar enlargement is suspected or confirmed.

Conclusions:

  • Drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) is an effective method for diagnosing the causes of airway obstruction in children.
  • The findings from DISE can guide surgical and non-surgical management strategies.
  • This approach is especially beneficial for children with suspected or known adenotonsillar enlargement.

Keywords:
Adenotonsillectomy in childrenDrug-induced sleep endoscopyPediatric obstructive sleep apnea

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