Management of Surgical Patients with Sleep Apnea: Guidelines

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RB1369-000

Question

  1. What are the evidence-based guidelines for preoperative management of surgical patients with known or suspected sleep apnea?
  2. What are the evidence-based guidelines for post-operative monitoring and management of surgical patients with known or suspected sleep apnea?

Key Message

Two evidence-based guidelines were identified regarding preoperative management of surgical patients with known or suspected sleep apnea while no relevant guidelines were identified regarding post-operative management of surgical patients with suspected or known sleep apnea.