An intelligent detection and therapeutic device to support sleep apnea in infants

Among the numerous sleep-disorders breathing patterns encountered by babies, such as intermittent respiration, premature apnea, obstructive sleep apnea wa sconsidered a major cause of concern. Upper airway structure, pulmonary system mechanics, etc. are only a few reasons why the babies are vulnerable to obstructive sleep disorder. An imbalance in the viscoelastic properties of the pharynx, dilators and pressure can lead to airway collapse. Low level of oxygen in blood or hypoxemia is considered a characteristic in infants with severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Invasive treatments like nasopharyngeal tubes, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), or tracheostomy are found to be helpful in most cases where infants experience sleep apnea. This paper suggests an appropriate method for long-term monitoring of obstructive sleep apnea in infants and, if any abnormalities are observed, the tool provides continuous airway pressure treatment until the abnormality is stabilized. Resilient propagation algorithm is utilised to train the datasets and produce a relevant output.

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A Detection and Therapeutic Device to Overcome Sleep Apnea in Infants

Proceedings International ◽

10.33263/proceedings21.035035 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2 (1) ◽

pp. 35

Keyword(s):

Obstructive Sleep Apnea ◽

Sleep Apnea ◽

Airway Pressure ◽

Upper Airway ◽

Periodic Breathing ◽

Breathing Patterns ◽

Efficient System ◽

Pressure Therapy ◽

Obstructive Sleep ◽

Upper Airway Structure

Among the various sleep-disordered breathing patterns infant’s experience, like periodic breathing, premature apnea, obstructive sleep apnea, has been considered a major cause of concern. Upper airway structure, mechanics of the pulmonary system, etc., are a few reasons why the infants are vulnerable to obstructive sleep-disordered. An imbalance in the viscoelastic properties of the pharynx, dilators, and pressure can lead to airway collapse. A low level of oxygen in blood or hypoxemia is considered a characteristic in infants with severe OSA. Invasive treatments like nasopharyngeal tubes, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), or tracheostomy are found to be helpful in most cases where infants experience sleep apnea. This paper proposes an efficient system for monitoring obstructive sleep apnea in infants on a long-term basis, and if any anomaly is detected, the device provides Continuous Airway Pressure therapy until the abnormality is normalized.

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Positive Airway Pressure Prescription and Management for Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Journal of Rhinology ◽

10.18787/jr.2020.00319 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 27 (2) ◽

pp. 73-82

Author(s):

Ji Ho Choi

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Obstructive Sleep Apnea ◽

Sleep Apnea ◽

Airway Pressure ◽

Positive Airway Pressure ◽

Upper Airway ◽

Background Information ◽

Obstructive Sleep

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterized by repeated events of complete or partial upper airway obstruction during sleep and is a chronic sleep disorder that requires long-term comprehensive management. Positive airway pressure (PAP) is recommended for treatment of OSA in adults with excessive daytime sleepiness, decreased sleep-related quality of life, and comorbid hypertension. During PAP therapy, regular follow-up is continuously necessary to evaluate side effects or complications, compliance, and treatment effects such as OSA-related symptoms, quality of life, and consequences. This review provides knowledge about PAP-related background information, indications for PAP prescription including the Korean National Health Insurance criteria, optimal pressure, PAP modes, patient education and support, short-term and long-term management, interpretation of PAP uses, and alternative therapies.

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Much Ado about Sleep: Current Concepts on Mechanisms and Predisposition to Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Children ◽

10.3390/children8111032 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 8 (11) ◽

pp. 1032

Author(s):

Ashley L. Saint-Fleur ◽

Alexa Christophides ◽

Prabhavathi Gummalla ◽

Catherine Kier

Keyword(s):

Obstructive Sleep Apnea ◽

Sleep Apnea ◽

Upper Airway ◽

Biomechanical Properties ◽

Primary Role ◽

Airway Narrowing ◽

Airway Collapse ◽

Upper Airway Collapse ◽

Obstructive Sleep ◽

Review Current

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a form of sleep-disordered breathing characterized by upper airway collapse during sleep resulting in recurring arousals and desaturations. However, many aspects of this syndrome in children remain unclear. Understanding underlying pathogenic mechanisms of OSA is critical for the development of therapeutic strategies. In this article, we review current concepts surrounding the mechanism, pathogenesis, and predisposing factors of pediatric OSA. Specifically, we discuss the biomechanical properties of the upper airway that contribute to its primary role in OSA pathogenesis and examine the anatomical and neuromuscular factors that predispose to upper airway narrowing and collapsibility.

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