Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea Syndrome: Featues and Management. Palvi Dr.*, Sr. Lecturer, Bajaj Nitika Dr.**, Sr. Lecturer, Monga Prashant Dr.***, Sr. Lecturer, Kapoor Dheeraj Dr.****, Sr. Lecturer * Genesis Institute of Dental Sciences and Research, Ferozpur, Punjab ** Genesis Institute of Dental Sciences and Research, Ferozpur, Punjab *** Genesis Institute of Dental Sciences and Research, Ferozpur, Punjab **** Dasmesh Institute of Research and Dental Sciences, Faridkot, Punjab Abstract Obstructive sleep apnoea/hypopnoea syndrome (OSAHS) can be defined as the coexistence of excessive daytime sleepiness with irregular breathing at night. The consequences of untreated sleep apnoea on daily function are multiple. This is a clinical condition, with recognizable symptoms, that occurs because the upper airway collapses intermittently and repeatedly during sleep. Predisposing factors and its management is discussed. Top Keywords Apnoea, hypopnoea, Obstructive sleep apnoea. Top |