Pregnancy and OSA; Risk to Mother and Child-Pregnancy and OSA; Risk to Mother and Child PPT

Pregnancy and OSA; Risk to Mother and Child PPT

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The document discusses the risks of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in pregnancy for both the mother and child. It highlights the increase in OSA among women during their childbearing years and the various physiological changes and risk factors that contribute to this. OSA in pregnancy can lead to complications such as gestational diabetes, preterm labor, hypertension, preeclampsia, and depression for the mother. It can also affect fetal development, resulting in congenital abnormalities, reduced birth weight, and fetal cardiovascular and respiratory effects. However, the document notes that there is currently no protocol for identifying OSA in pregnancy, and the existing questionnaires and measurements have limited predictive value. Treatment options for OSA in pregnant women are also limited and may include simple interventions like adhesive breathing strips, saline sprays, and dietary changes. The document emphasizes the importance of early identification and proactive management of OSA in pregnancy, suggesting that dental sleep medicine specialists may be a valuable resource for diagnosing and treating OSA in pregnant women using mandibular advancement devices (MADs). Overall, the document provides an overview of the risks and consequences of OSA in pregnancy and the need for better identification and treatment options.

Keywords

obstructive sleep apnea

pregnancy

gestational diabetes

preterm labor

hypertension

preeclampsia

fetal development

congenital abnormalities

birth weight

dental sleep medicine specialists