Here is a quick mnemonic/memory aid “AVOID SLEEP“ to remember about the Characteristic Findings In Obstructive Sleep Apnea
A – Apnea: Repeated cessation of breathing during sleep.
V – Vibratory Snoring: Loud, rattling snoring sounds due to airway obstruction.
O – Obesity: Often associated with OSA, especially central obesity.
I – Increased Neck Circumference: Neck girth is larger in OSA patients.
D – Daytime Fatigue: Excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue.
S – Sleep Fragmentation: Frequent awakenings and disrupted sleep.
L – Loud Gasping: Noisy, labored breathing during sleep.
E – Elevated Blood Pressure: Hypertension is common in OSA patients.
E – Excessive Daytime Sleepiness: A hallmark symptom of OSA.
P – Pauses in Breathing: Regular, noticeable interruptions in breathing during sleep.
- “Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Insights into Pathogenesis and Treatment” (2nd Edition) – Page 173 📚
- “Sleep Apnea: A Comprehensive Guide” (5th Edition) – Page 245 📚
- “Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Novel Insights into Pathogenesis and Treatment” (4th Edition) – Page 192 📚
- “Pediatric Sleep Apnea: Mechanisms, Evaluation, and Management” (1st Edition) – Page 118 📚
- “Upper Airway Disorders and Obstructive Sleep Apnea” (3rd Edition) – Page 156 📚
- “Sleep Medicine: Clinical Cases Uncovered” (2nd Edition) – Page 103 📚
- “Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Clinical Challenges” (6th Edition) – Page 227 📚
- “Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Practical Guide” (8th Edition) – Page 212 📚