Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)is performed primarily to relieve obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)and snoring.Select two common indications for UPPP surgery.

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UPPP is not a substitution for the use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP),though the procedure may be considered when conventional use of CPAP fails.Two or more of the following indications are reason to perform the operation:an O₂ saturation that drops below 80%;apnea index worse than 20;significant daytime sleepiness;heroic snoring,producing social or marital problems;cardiac dysrhythmias,other than tachycardia or bradycardia,during sleep.

Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)is Performed Primarily to Relieve Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)and