Episode 46. Obstructive Sleep Apnea with Dr Michael Ho

Obstructive sleep apnoea is common, it is estimated that 49% of men aged 40-69 have obstructive sleep apnoea rising to 62% above the age of 70. Up to 1 in 10 have undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnoea which may present with snoring, daytime somnolence, depression and significant hypoxemia during sleep with associated cardiac arrhythmias.

To discuss this subject in more detail we are joined by experienced respiratory physician Dr Michael Ho in a conversation including:

· Definition of obstructive sleep apnoea

· Associated conditions and sequela

· Polysomnography

· Appropriate management

Please join me in this interesting podcast episode.

Useful references include:

- Dandenong Respiratory Group

- www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

- www.aci.health.nsw.gov.au

To be a guest on the show or provide some feedback, I’d love to hear from you: manager@gihealth.com.au

Dr Luke Crantock MBBS, FRACP, is a gastroenterologist in practice for over 25 years. He is the founder of The Centre for GI Health, based in Melbourne Australia and is passionate about educating General Practitioners and patients on disease prevention and how to manage and improve their digestive health.