Abstract
Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) are common pathologies. Sleep disorders cause a daytime sleepiness, impaired concentration, and other cognitive impairments. All this can lead to fatal consequences. Unfortunately, only about 20 % of patients suffering from this pathology are identified. As a rule, patients do not know about the presence of OSAS, on the one hand, and on the other hand, they do not know which specialist they need to seek help from. Given the fact that impaired upper airway patency is one of the main causes of OSAS, most patients should be treated by an otolaryngologist. This work is aimed at improving the diagnosis of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome in screening studies. Screening for snoring and OSAS using the Berlin questionnaire as a result of this study allowed identifying 60 % more patients suffering from snoring and OSAS than in self-referral. The use of the Berlin questionnaire in all patients seeking medical care will help identify a hidden pathology and further conduct a more complete diagnosis of snoring and sleep apnea, as well as prescribe appropriate treatment.
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