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Obstructive sleep apnea in women

D J Halvorson1, E S Porubsky

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 35233, USA.

Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
|November 10, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is more common in women than previously thought and often underdiagnosed. This review highlights OSA presentation, comorbidities, and surgical outcomes in a cohort of 58 women.

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Area of Science:

  • Medicine
  • Pulmonology
  • Sleep Medicine

Background:

  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a prevalent condition historically under-researched in women.
  • Recent evidence suggests OSA is more common and underdiagnosed in females than previously recognized.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review a large cohort of women diagnosed with OSA.
  • To analyze presenting symptoms, polysomnographic findings, comorbidities, and therapeutic management, including surgical efficacy.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 58 women with diagnosed OSA.
  • Analysis of patient presentation, polysomnography results, and treatment outcomes (medical and surgical).
  • Pre- and post-surgical polysomnography evaluation for the surgical intervention group.

Main Results:

  • Significant coexisting medical problems were identified in the study population.
  • Evaluation of medical management versus surgical intervention outcomes.
  • Assessment of the success rates of surgical interventions for OSA in women.

Conclusions:

  • Obstructive sleep apnea is a significant health concern for women, requiring further investigation.
  • Understanding female-specific OSA presentations and comorbidities is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
  • Surgical interventions show potential efficacy in managing OSA in women, warranting further study.

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