Combination Therapy for OSA-Combination Therapy PPT

Combination Therapy PPT

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The document is a collection of information from the 2023 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. The document emphasizes that any mention or depiction of products, devices, appliances, or treatment protocols does not imply endorsement or recommendation by the AADSM.<br /><br />The document discusses the challenges faced in treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy, and oral appliance therapy (OAT). It reviews the literature on combination therapy and the benefits of using a combination of PAP (positive airway pressure) and OAT.<br /><br />The document includes case reports of two patients. The first patient, a morbidly obese female with severe OSA, was unable to tolerate PAP therapy due to discomfort. She was successfully treated with a combination of PAP and OAT. The second patient, a male with severe OSA and allergies, experienced folliculitis from PAP therapy. He was treated with a custom interface mask and OAT, resulting in improved outcomes.<br /><br />The document also includes a workflow for OSA management, outlining the criteria and definitions for PAP therapy, OAT, and combination therapy. It discusses the different types of combination therapy available and provides graphs and data on the effectiveness and side effects of combination therapy.<br /><br />Overall, the document highlights the potential benefits of combination therapy in the treatment of OSA and provides information on the current research and options available for clinicians and patients.

Keywords

2023 Annual Meeting

American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

obstructive sleep apnea

CPAP therapy

oral appliance therapy

combination therapy

PAP

case reports

OSA management

research