The Incidence of Sleep Disordered Breathing One Week After Primary Palatoplasty: Evaluation With Overnight Pulse Oximetry
Conclusion:
Approximately one-third of the patients may be at the risk of SDB 1 week after primary palatoplasty. Patients with history of laryngomalacia or those who required oxygen support for prolonged time after primary palatoplasty should be cared for significantly high risk of postoperative SDB.
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - Category: Surgery Tags: Clinical Studies Source Type: research
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