Anaesthesia and sleep apnoea are very dangerous to combineAdded on 01/13/2006 to Articles Directory / Treatment / Medical equipment / Sleep apnoea therapy equipment
Anaesthesia, loss of sensation, especially the sensation of touch.
Apnoea, cessation of breathing.
Obstructive sleep apnoea is a widely spread condition affecting about 3% of middle aged people. As a rule it is common with men who are snoring. The consequences of the disease may include type 2 diabetes and hypertension that may lead to cardiovascular disease. That is why such things as anaesthesia and sleep apnoea combination is dangerous. As a rule anaesthetists and apnoea sufferers need constant attention.
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