Outcome Predictors of Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty / 대한이비인후과학회지
Korean Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
;
: 604-608, 2015.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-645469
ABSTRACT
The prognostic factor for surgical success in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patient is very important for determining treatment modality. If the chance of surgical success is expected to be high, surgery could be the first option. However, the chance is low, continuous positive airway pressure or oral appliance should be given priority. This article is a systematic review with regard to outcome predictor of uvulopalatopharyngoplasty in OSA. Various predictors are briefly reviewed and problems are discussed to help readers' decision.
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Index:
WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Sleep Apnea, Obstructive
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Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
Type of study:
Prognostic study
Limits:
Humans
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Korean Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Year:
2015
Type:
Article
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