articlePubMedJun 15, 2009Closed access

Clinical guideline for the evaluation, management and long-term care of obstructive sleep apnea in adults.

Brighton Hospital

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Abstract

Background

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common chronic disorder that often requires lifelong care. Available practice parameters provide evidence-based recommendations for addressing aspects of care.

Objective

This guideline is designed to assist primary care providers as well as sleep medicine specialists, surgeons, and dentists who care for patients with OSA by providing a comprehensive strategy for the evaluation, management and long-term care of adult patients with OSA.

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Authors

11

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Guideline
  • Obstructive sleep apnea
  • Medicine
  • Sleep medicine
  • Continuous positive airway pressure
  • MEDLINE
  • Intensive care medicine
  • Sleep apnea
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