Showing papers by "Carole L. Marcus published in 1997"
TL;DR: New guidelines for pediatric polysomnography should help standardize methods, thus enabling a better comparison of outcomes, and more research in this area is sorely needed.
Abstract: The childhood obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is a common and serious problem. Adenotonsillectomy remains the mainstay of treatment. Nasal continuous positive airway pressure is effective and well tolerated in those who do not respond to adenotonsillectomy. In selected cases, additional surgery or supplemental oxygen (with careful monitoring) may play a role. New guidelines for pediatric polysomnography should help standardize methods, thus enabling a better comparison of outcomes. More research in this area is sorely needed.
29 citations
TL;DR: OSAS is an important cause of morbidity in childhood and differs significantly from adult OSAS in its clinical presentation, polysomnographic findings and management.
Abstract: OSAS is an important cause of morbidity in childhood. It differs significantly from adult OSAS in its clinical presentation, polysomnographic findings and management. Early diagnosis and treatment will result in a satisfactory outcome.
27 citations