Özet:

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OUAS) is a complex disease characterized by partial or completely blocking of the upper respiratory tract and oxygen desaturation. The prevalence of OUAS is very high and many people around the world suffer from this disorder. The most common outcomes of OUAS are the collapse of the upper airway, swelling and breathing stop. Diagnosis and treatment are of fundamental importance and include many fields of expertise that cooperate. In the diagnosis of the disease, polysomnography (PSG) performed throughout the night is considered the golden standard. Treatment options should be selected according to the severity of the disease and the patient’s expectations. Continuous Positive Air Pressure (CPAP; SPHB) treatment, oral apareal treatment and mandibular progress surgery are widely preferred treatments. The treatment of SPHB is still considered as the golden standard in the treatment of OUAS. Mandibular advancement appareel is preferred by clinics and patients, compared to the treatment of SPHB, because it makes it easy to use for patients. The purpose of this collection is to provide information about the existing diagnosis and treatment methods related to OUAS in terms of the choice and application of the appropriate treatment method to the patient.

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