Category: Sleep Apnoea
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Nasal Blockage in Children -Choanal Atresia
Choanal Atresia-PCA Choanal atresia is a congenital disorder where the back of the nasal passage –choana- is blocked, usually by abnormal bony or soft tissue formed during fetal development. The condition occurs in 1 out of every 5000-6000 live births. Approximately 70% of reported cases are unilateral. Bilateral choanal atresia is commonly associated with other…
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CPAP versus Surgery in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by mechanical obstruction in the upper air passage and how can the CPAP work effectively unless one remove the obstruction. Answer is simple. I agree CPAP therapy is very useful for patients having Central sleep apnea and but not for all cases of obstructive sleep apnea. Those who are unfit…
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How effective CPAP in OSA and Snoring
Not very effective, I would say. Let me explain. Obstructive sleep apnea is caused by mechanical obstruction in the upper air passage and how can the CPAP work effectively unless one remove the obstruction. Answer is simple. I agree CPAP therapy is very useful for patients having Central sleep apnea and but not for all…