Obstructive Sleep Apnea | 合法醫療器材資訊網

Obstructivesleepapnea(OSA)isaconditioninwhichbreathingstopsinvoluntarilyforbriefperiodsoftimeduringsleep.Normally,airflowssmoothlyfrom ...

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a disorder caused by the repetitive collapse of the upper airway during sleep. It is the most common[1] sleep-related breathing disorder.

OSA occurs when the muscles supporting the soft tissues in your throat, such as your tongue and soft palate, relax. This causes your airway to narrow or even close, momentarily cutting off your breathing.

Normally, air should flow smoothly from the mouth and nose into the lungs at all times, including during sleep.

Periods when breathing stops completely are called apnea[2] or apneic episodes. In OSA, the normal flow of air is repeatedly stopped throughout the night.

OSA is most common among older males, but it can affect anyone, including children. The incidence rises following ...