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# Surgeries

Surgical Options for Sleep Apnea

Request a consultation: https://apneelaval.com/en/appointment
Call us at 450 934-7700: +14509347700

Quick answer

## When is surgery considered?

Upper-airway surgery is considered in specific situations, on the recommendation of a specialist physician, generally when other approaches are not suitable. Apnée Laval does not perform these procedures and provides information and guidance only.

- The decision rests with the specialist physician after assessment.
- Surgical options vary with anatomy and diagnosis.
- We can explain where an oral appliance fits in the care pathway.

#### If CPAP treatment is ineffective or poorly tolerated, surgical intervention may be considered for the most severe cases of apnea.

### Effectiveness of Surgeries

#### Effectiveness

Several types of surgeries exist to reduce snoring and apnea, but their effectiveness is relatively low, and apnea tends to reappear some time after the intervention.

#### Statistics

There is insufficient evidence to recommend these interventions for individuals suffering from only mild or moderate sleep apnea.

#### Complications

Surgery is not effective for all patients. While it can sometimes improve symptoms, in some cases, it can even worsen your sleep apnea, making these procedures rarely a first-choice treatment.

### Weight Loss Surgery

If sleep apnea is partly caused by significant obesity, weight loss can have a favourable effect on apnea. Studies have shown that bariatric surgery, which aims to restrict calorie intake and/or prevent these calories from being assimilated by the body, can reduce the severity of apnea. However, this option is reserved for cases of severe obesity.

### Medication

Although no medication can eliminate sleep apnea, some treatments can help reduce apneas by addressing the cause. For example:

#### Corticosteroids

The use of nasal corticosteroids can reduce the number of apneas if it is determined that the apneas are due to allergic rhinitis.

#### Anti-reflux medication

Taking anti-reflux medication (such as omeprazole) can help reduce apneas in individuals with gastroesophageal reflux that worsens apneas.

#### Stimulants

For those who experience significant daytime sleepiness, despite CPAP treatment, stimulant medications may be prescribed.

### Sleep Apnea and Anesthesia

#### Intubation

Patients with sleep apnea (OSA) are at increased risk of difficult endotracheal intubation.

#### Medication

Medications administered during anesthesia and in the postoperative period can increase the severity of OSA after surgery.

#### Treatment

Patients with sleep apnea should begin treatment before any surgery. When a patient is treated with CPAP before surgery, they should continue their therapy immediately after the operation.(5)

## Ready to sleep better?

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Book an appointment: https://apneelaval.com/en/appointment
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Educational content only. It does not replace professional medical advice and guarantees no outcome. Apnée Laval invites you to discuss your situation with a healthcare professional.

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