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PROCEDURES | sleep apnea in VT
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When obstructive sleep apnea occurs, one cause may be that the tongue and tissues of the throat are obstructing the airway, decreasing or limiting the amount of air taken in during breathing. When the oxygen level in the brain becomes low enough the sleeper partially awakens, the obstruction in the throat clears and the flow of air starts again, usually with a loud gasp.
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People with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have disrupted sleep and low blood oxygen levels. OSA has been associated with cardiovascular problems and excessive daytime sleepiness. The condition known as upper airway resistance syndrome (UARS) lies midway between benign snoring and true obstructive sleep apnea. People with UARS suffer many of the symptoms of OSA but normal sleep testing will be negative.
There are several surgeries available to treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Usually the diagnosis is made based on an interview with the patient, and a sleep study to evaluate the level of sleep disturbance. Based on the findings of this interview and diagnostic workup, the doctors of NVOS may recommend one of several surgical or non-surgical corrections.
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