An evidence-based approach to the management of snoring in adults

被引:6
作者
Al-Hussaini, A. [1 ]
Berry, S. [1 ]
机构
[1] Royal Glamorgan Hosp, Dept Otolaryngol Head & Neck Surg, Llantrisant CF72 8XR, Rhondda Cynon T, Wales
关键词
OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP-APNEA; AIRWAY PRESSURE TREATMENT; NASENDOSCOPY; DIAGNOSIS; THERAPY; EFFICACY;
D O I
10.1111/coa.12341
中图分类号
R76 [耳鼻咽喉科学];
学科分类号
100213 ;
摘要
BackgroundSnoring is frequently encountered by the otolaryngologist. Given its significant impact on quality of life and that it is a symptom of sleep-related breathing disorders, diagnosis and treatment are of major importance. In particular, the diagnosis should aim to distinguish between simple snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea. This article aims to provide a systematic, concise and evidence-based method of managing the adult patient with snoring. MethodThis review was based on a literature search last undertaken on 30 June 2014. The MEDLINE, EMBASE and Cochrane databases were searched using the subject headings snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea in adults in combination with classification, diagnosis, investigations, management, treatment and surgery. Results were limited to English language articles including case series, clinical trials, randomised controlled trials, meta-analyses, systematic reviews and review articles. Relevant references from selected articles were also reviewed. ResultsThe majority of published literature for snoring is of level II/III evidence and that for obstructive sleep apnoea being of level I/II, with 36 relevant randomised controlled trials identified. The diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea involves thorough clinical assessment and typically a sleep study. Snoring may be managed with lifestyle modification, intra-oral devices or by surgical intervention, with continuous positive airway pressure being the treatment of choice for moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnoea. ConclusionsA structured history of snoring and its associated symptoms, comprehensive examination including flexible laryngoscopy and sleep studies where relevant, in addition to targeted investigations, should lead to the correct diagnosis and appropriate management.
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