Abstract
A case of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is presented following a cleft palate closure. This improved after removal of tonsils and adenoids and prolonged insertion of nasopharyngeal airway. The causes of OSA and its management are discussed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 123-124 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | European Journal of Plastic Surgery |
Volume | 10 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Oct 1987 |
Keywords
- Cleft palate
- Closure
- Nasopharyngeal airway
- Sleep apnea
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery