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Semahat Doğru Yuvarlakbaş1, Neslihan Boyan2, Sedat Kuleci3
1Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Harran University, Şanliurfa.
The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
|January 3, 2025
Summary
Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is linked to anatomical changes, including elongated soft palate, tongue, and altered craniofacial dimensions. These findings may aid in diagnosing and treating OSAS.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Sleep Medicine
- Radiology
Background:
- Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a common sleep disorder.
- Understanding the anatomical basis of OSAS is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate anatomical structure changes in individuals with OSAS.
- To correlate these changes with the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI).
Main Methods:
- Lateral cervical radiographs of 100 individuals were analyzed.
- Individuals were grouped based on AHI severity (0, <5, 5-15, 16-30, >30).
- Morphometric measurements of soft tissue, hyoid bone, airway, and craniofacial variables were taken.
Main Results:
- Increased AHI correlated with higher age, BMI, neck circumference, and Epworth Sleep Scale scores.
- Soft palate length, tongue length, and hyoid bone distances increased with AHI.
- Craniofacial measurements, including facial lengths and jaw dimensions, showed significant changes with increasing AHI.
Conclusions:
- Anatomical structure variations are associated with OSAS severity.
- These findings may contribute to improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for OSAS.
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