Injecting dexamethasone in oropharynx to reduce the postoperative syndrome of uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
- VernacularTitle:地塞米松局部应用对悬雍垂腭咽成形术效果的影响
- Author:
Zhiqiang WANG
;
Kai TONG
;
Lijie ZHAI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty;
Obstructive sleep apnea hypopnea syndrom
- From:
Chinese Journal of Postgraduates of Medicine
2006;0(12):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To introduce a method of reducing the postoperative syndrome of the uvulopalatopharyngoplasty(UPPP). Method UPPP was performed for 23 patients with obstructive sleep apnea hypopnea syndrom operation(OSAHS). Before or after the operation, dexamethasone was injected in oropharynx to control the edema of the oropharynx which caused by UPPP. Results Less syndrome had been occurred in these patients. Conclusion The edema of the oropharynx which caused by UPPP can be controlled by injecting dexamethasone in oropharynx. It can reduce the risk of the UPPP, and make the operation safer and more efficient.
