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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome in Children

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Medical options for persistent OSA<br />

• Weight loss if needed<br />

• Supplemental oxygen<br />

• Intranasal steroids and anti-leukotrienes<br />

• CPAP – Cont<strong>in</strong>uous positive airway pressure<br />

– Requires child’s cooperation<br />

– Not tolerated well, but it does work<br />

– Nasal delivery may be more successful (“No mask” or<br />

nasal pillows)<br />

– Higher success if able to admit child for CPAP tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />

– Need yearly repeat sleep study to confirm that sett<strong>in</strong>gs<br />

are correct

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