It is estimated that 9% of women and 24% of men in the United States show disordered breathing while asleep,and 2% of women and 4% of men show overt symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).Postanesthesia management concerns with OSA patients include use of analgesia,appropriate oxygenation,patient positioning,and monitoring.What additional therapy is recommended for OSA patients during postoperative recovery?

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Supplemental oxygen should be used immediately postoperatively.Patients who use CPAP or noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation at home should continue to use these therapies during the postsurgery stay.The patient's position can be changed based on the type of surgery to decrease the chance of airway obstruction.Lateral,prone,and sitting positions result in better airway management for the OSA patient compared to supine.Patients with OSA may require extended monitoring in the postoperative period.

It Is Estimated That 9% of Women and 24% of Men