Respiratory Disturbances During Sleep

Overview Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) is a sleep disorder characterized by increased resistance to airflow in the upper airways. Unlike sleep apnea, UARS does

Overview Hypoventilation Syndrome refers to a condition where a person does not breathe as deeply or as frequently as needed, leading to inadequate oxygen intake

Overview Periodic Breathing is a breathing pattern characterized by regular cycles of deep breathing followed by shallow or absent breathing. It is often noticed during

Overview Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) is a sleep disorder characterized by intermittent pauses in breathing during sleep. Unlike Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), where airway blockage

Overview Obstructive sleep apnea refers to a temporary blockage or obstruction of airflow into the lungs during sleep. Unlike central sleep apnea, where breathing muscles