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A Comprehensive Review of Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea: From Assessment to Intervention

Ulhas Jadhav1, Jay Bhanushali1, Arman Sindhu1

  • 1Respiratory Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.

Cureus
|February 27, 2025
PubMed

Insights

Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is common and linked to obesity. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing serious health issues in children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Sleep Medicine
  • Respiratory Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a widespread sleep disorder.
  • It involves upper airway obstruction during sleep, causing oxygen desaturation and disrupted sleep.
  • OSA in children is increasingly recognized as a significant health concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
  • To cover epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnosis, consequences, and management.
  • To identify challenges and future research directions in pediatric OSA.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a comprehensive literature review.
  • It synthesizes information on pediatric OSA from existing research.
  • Key areas examined include prevalence, risk factors, diagnostic methods, and therapeutic strategies.

Main Results:

  • Prevalence of pediatric OSA varies globally, with a strong association with childhood obesity.
  • Anatomical and neuromuscular factors contribute to airway obstruction.
  • Polysomnography (PSG) is a key diagnostic tool, though accessibility can be a challenge.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric OSA is associated with significant health problems, including cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurocognitive issues.
  • Treatment options are diverse, including surgery, non-pharmacological, and pharmacological approaches.
  • Further research is needed to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficacy for better patient outcomes.

Keywords:
childhood behaviourchildhood obesityhypertrophic adenoidssleep apnea and hypertensionsleep disorder breathingsnoring

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