The NAMES assessment: a novel combined-modality screening tool for obstructive sleep apnea

Volume: 15, Issue: 4, Pages: 819 - 826
Published: Nov 14, 2010
Abstract
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) remains underdiagnosed, despite our understanding of its impact on general health. Current screening methods utilize either symptoms or physical exam findings suggestive of OSA, but not both. The purpose of this study was to develop a novel screening tool for the detection of OSA, the NAMES assessment (neck circumference, airway classification, comorbidities, Epworth scale, and snoring), combining self-reported...
Paper Details
Title
The NAMES assessment: a novel combined-modality screening tool for obstructive sleep apnea
Published Date
Nov 14, 2010
Volume
15
Issue
4
Pages
819 - 826
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