Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty: Does Multilevel Surgery Increase Risk?

Conclusion
These national data demonstrate no significant increase in risk when UPPP is performed as a single- or multilevel procedure. When indicated, UPPP with multilevel procedures may be safely performed for treatment of sleep apnea. These data set a benchmark for perioperative risk in UPPP surgery and will prove useful for counseling patients.

Source: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - November 30, 2016 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Baker, A. B., Xiao, C. C., OConnell, B. P., Cline, J. M., Gillespie, M. B. Tags: Sleep Medicine and Surgery Source Type: research