Treatment of obstructive sleep apnea

Respir Care Clin N Am. 1999 Sep;5(3):379-94, viii.

Abstract

Options for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea are varied and ever-expanding. This article reviews the currently available treatment modalities in an evidence-based format. Focus is placed on the efficacy and limitations of each particular therapy.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Oropharynx / surgery
  • Orthodontic Appliances, Removable
  • Positive-Pressure Respiration
  • Sleep Apnea Syndromes / drug therapy
  • Sleep Apnea Syndromes / surgery
  • Sleep Apnea Syndromes / therapy*
  • Weight Loss