Indications of polysomnography in children with respiratory diseases.
10.4168/aard.2013.1.2.111
- Author:
Jong Seo YOON
1
Author Information
1. Department of Pediatrics, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. pedjsyoon@catholic.ac.kr
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Polysomnography;
Respiratory diseases;
Child
- MeSH:
Child;
Humans;
Physical Examination;
Polysomnography;
Respiration
- From:Allergy, Asthma & Respiratory Disease
2013;1(2):111-115
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
In recent years, the field of sleep medicine for children has been significantly developing. Research has shown that polysomnography plays an important role in the diagnosis and management of children with sleep-related breathing disorders. However, evidence-based parameters have not yet been set. This article presents the current indications of polysomnography in children. Accurate diagnosis and management of children with sleep-related breathing disorders are only possible when their polysomnographic parameters and clinical findings such as medical history and physical examination are combined.
