The subjective effect of uvulo-palato-pharyngoplasty surgery (U.P.P.P) for snoring was evaluated in 31 patients. Results were obtained following a questionnaire sent to patients after a median follow-up of 10 months, as well as through follow-up visits. Seventy seven point five percent of the patients and their partners were satisfied with the operation. No major complications were noted. Minor complications included pain, transient pharyngonasal reflux and sensitvity problems of the posterior wall of the pharynx.