Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 13, 2026

Behavioral Assessment of Hearing in 2 to 4 Year-old Children: A Two-interval, Observer-based Procedure Using Conditioned Play-based Responses
14:05

Behavioral Assessment of Hearing in 2 to 4 Year-old Children: A Two-interval, Observer-based Procedure Using Conditioned Play-based Responses

Published on: January 23, 2017

29.9K

Associations between recorded tracheal sound and guardian-reported snoring frequency and loudness in children

Mariko Miyakawa1, Hiroo Wada1, Yuito Ueda1

  • 1Department of Public Health, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine, Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, Japan.

Sleep Medicine
|April 12, 2026
PubMed

Insights

Guardian reports of snoring in children align with objective measurements. This validates using parent snoring surveys for pediatric sleep health research.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Sleep Medicine
  • Respiratory Physiology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Sleep apnea is a significant concern in pediatric sleep health.
  • Epidemiological studies often use guardian-reported snoring as a proxy for sleep apnea.
  • The accuracy of guardian-reported snoring data requires validation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between guardian-reported snoring and objective snoring parameters.
  • To assess the reliability of subjective snoring reports in children.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 555 Japanese elementary school children.
  • Guardian questionnaires collected data on snoring frequency and loudness.
  • Objective snoring data were obtained from overnight tracheal sound recordings.
  • Statistical analysis included Kruskal-Wallis and Dwass-Steel-Critchlow-Fligner tests.

Main Results:

  • Guardian-reported snoring frequency showed a significant positive correlation with objective snoring-time ratio (p < 0.05).
  • Snoring loudness reported by guardians correlated with increased equivalent sound pressure levels (Leq, dB) of tracheal sounds.
  • Children reporting more frequent or louder snoring had higher objective measurements.

Conclusions:

  • Guardian-reported snoring frequency and loudness are significantly associated with objective tracheal sound measurements.
  • These findings support the use of guardian reports in epidemiological research on pediatric sleep health.
  • Parental reports can be considered a valid tool for assessing snoring in children for sleep studies.
Abstract

Keywords:
Guardian-reported snoringHabitual snoringPediatric healthSleep-disordered breathingTracheal sound analysis

More Related Videos

Quantifying Infra-slow Dynamics of Spectral Power and Heart Rate in Sleeping Mice10:56

Quantifying Infra-slow Dynamics of Spectral Power and Heart Rate in Sleeping Mice

Published on: August 2, 2017

10.7K
Measuring Neural Mechanisms Underlying Sleep-Dependent Memory Consolidation During Naps in Early Childhood08:20

Measuring Neural Mechanisms Underlying Sleep-Dependent Memory Consolidation During Naps in Early Childhood

Published on: October 2, 2019

12.7K

Related Concept Videos

Physical Assessment of the Respiratory Tract IV: Auscultation01:28

Physical Assessment of the Respiratory Tract IV: Auscultation

Auscultation is a crucial component of the physical assessment of the respiratory tract. It offers valuable insights into airflow through the bronchial tree and potential lung obstructions. This process involves careful listening to breath, voice, and adventitious sounds, which can reveal a wealth of information about a patient's respiratory health.
Breath Sounds
Breath sounds are categorized into vesicular, bronchovesicular, and bronchial.
3.6K
Respiratory System Abnormal Finding II: Palpation and Auscultation01:31

Respiratory System Abnormal Finding II: Palpation and Auscultation

In assessing respiratory abnormalities, palpation and auscultation are critical tools for detecting and interpreting various pathophysiological changes. These techniques provide insight into underlying disorders by evaluating tactile sensations and sounds produced by the respiratory system.
Palpation Findings
During a respiratory assessment, palpation can reveal several vital abnormalities:
2.1K
Assessment of Airway, Skin Color, and Use of Accessory Muscles01:30

Assessment of Airway, Skin Color, and Use of Accessory Muscles

A thorough assessment of respiratory health is paramount in clinical settings to identify and manage respiratory distress and ensure adequate oxygenation. This article elaborates on the critical aspects of respiratory evaluation, including airway assessment, skin color examination, and the observation of accessory muscle use, which are integral to effectively diagnosing and managing patients with respiratory conditions.
Introduction
The initial evaluation of a patient's respiratory system...
2.0K
Nightmares and Night Terrors01:18

Nightmares and Night Terrors

Nightmares and night terrors represent two distinct types of sleep disturbances that differ in timing, characteristics, and the sleeper's recall of the event. Nightmares are vivid, disturbing dreams that usually awaken the sleeper from REM sleep, a stage of sleep where brain activity is high, and dreams are most frequent. Upon awakening, individuals often have detailed recollections of their nightmares, which can include themes of threats to survival, security, or self-esteem.
Nightmares...
900
Sleep Apnea01:21

Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing stops intermittently during sleep, often leading to significant health issues. Each episode can last from 10 to 20 seconds or more and is frequently accompanied by a brief arousal from sleep. This disturbance, largely unnoticed by the individual, can lead to severe daytime fatigue. Commonly, individuals seek help after being informed by their partners about loud snoring and noticeable breathing pauses during sleep.
The condition is more prevalent among...
809
Assessment of Respiration01:23

Assessment of Respiration

The respiratory system's basic structures and primary functions lay the foundation for nurses' comprehensive respiratory assessments. This assessment includes subjective and objective data to gauge the patient's respiratory health.
Subjective Assessment: Nurses interview the patient to gather information directly during the subjective assessment. It includes questions about the individual's medical history, medications, and symptoms, focusing on past respiratory conditions like...
2.4K