Prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea after treatment for advanced T-stage head and neck cancer

ConclusionIn this population of advanced T-stage HNC patients, the prevalence of OSA was 72%, which is considerably higher than in the general population (2 –50%). Given the high prevalence, screening of this entire subgroup for OSA may be indicated. Future studies to identify high risk factors and develop an OSA screening protocol are needed.
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research