📋Overview
Obstructive Sleep Apnea involves repeated episodes of upper airway collapse that lead to disrupted breathing and intermittent hypoxia during sleep. This condition is the modern preferred clinical term for respiratory disturbances historically described as obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. It often results in fragmented sleep and decreased blood oxygen saturation.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0520679Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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