Conclusion The existing evidence regarding the accuracy of OSA questionnaires is
associated with promising but inconsistent results. This inconsistency could be due to …

Background Because of the high prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and its
adverse impact on perioperative outcome, a practical screening tool for surgical patients is …

Abstract Background The STOP-Bang questionnaire is used to screen patients for
obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). We evaluated the association between STOP-Bang scores …

Purpose Several questionnaires are available for the screening of obstructive sleep apnea
(OSA). Herein, we compare the performance characteristics of nine available questionnaires …

Background Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a major risk factor for perioperative adverse
events. However, no screening tool for OSA has been validated in surgical patients. This …

The purpose of this meta-analysis is to compare clinical screening tests for obstructive sleep
apnea and establish an evidence base for their preoperative use. Diagnostic odds ratios …

Background Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) affects∼ 9–24% of the general population,
and 90% remain undiagnosed. Those patients with undiagnosed moderate-to-severe OSA …

The purpose of the Society of Anesthesia and Sleep Medicine guideline on preoperative
screening and assessment of adult patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is to present …

Purpose Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is defined by repetitive partial or complete upper
airway obstruction characterized by episodes of breathing cessation during sleep. It is the …

BACKGROUND: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a largely underdiagnosed, common
condition, which is important to diagnose preoperatively because it has implications for …