Track: Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a breathing condition characterized by the obstruction or collapse of the airway during sleep, leading to recurrent pauses in breathing. While snoring is a prevalent symptom of OSA, not all individuals who snore necessarily have OSA. Snoring associated with OSA is typically loud and may sound like choking, snorting, or gasping. OSA disrupts sleep patterns and can lead to imbalances in oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the body. In contrast, primary snoring, often milder in nature, occurs frequently but does not result in these additional effects.

Pausing Silently to Breathe: This refers to the natural pauses during speech to take a breath, crucial for maintaining clear and effective communication, especially in public speaking or singing.

Weariness or Drowsiness During the Day: Commonly linked to poor sleep quality or sleep disorders, leading to daytime fatigue and reduced cognitive function.

Lack of Sleep: Results in tiredness, impaired cognitive function, and mood changes, impacting overall health and daily performance.

Voice Disorders in the Workplace: Conditions such as hoarseness or vocal strain that affect professionals who use their voice extensively, like teachers or call center workers.

Surgical Management of OSAS and Snoring: Treatment for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) and snoring, often involving procedures like uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) to remove excess tissue and improve airway flow.

Surgery Using a Robot's Assistance: Robotic-assisted surgery allows for precision and minimally invasive procedures, improving recovery times and surgical outcomes in ENT and other fields.

Maxillo Mandibular Progression: A surgical procedure to correct jaw alignment by advancing the upper (maxilla) and lower (mandible) jaws, often used to treat obstructive sleep apnea and improve bite.

Swallowing & Voice in the Elderly: Focuses on managing age-related changes in swallowing and voice, addressing issues like dysphagia and vocal weakness to enhance quality of life.

Tonsil/Soft Palate Treatments: Treatments for conditions affecting the tonsils and soft palate, such as tonsillitis or sleep apnea, often involving surgical removal or modification to alleviate symptoms.

Disorders of Laryngeal Movement: Includes conditions affecting the function and mobility of the vocal cords, causing issues with voice production and breathing, often treated with speech therapy or surgery