{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Role of the ENT specialist in the diagnosis of pediatric obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (POSAHS). Part 3: sleep recordings.
{Author}: Akkari M;Yildiz S;Marianowski R;Monteyrol PJ;Chalumeau F;Fayoux P;Leboulanger N;Franco P;Couloigner V;Mondain M;
{Journal}: Eur Ann Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Dis
{Volume}: 137
{Issue}: 5
{Year}: Nov 2020
{Factor}: 2.665
{DOI}: 10.1016/j.anorl.2020.02.001
{Abstract}: <B>OBJECTIVE: </B>The authors present the clinical practice guidelines of the French Society of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology and Head and Neck Surgery (SFORL) concerning the role of the ENT specialist in the management of pediatric obstructive sleep apnea hypopnea syndrome (POSAHS). Part 3 is dedicated to the place of sleep recordings in the diagnosis of POSAHS.<BR><B>METHODS: </B>A multidisciplinary work group was commissioned to carry out a review of the scientific literature on the above topic. Based on the articles retrieved and the group members' individual experience, guidelines were drafted and graded as A, B or C or Expert Opinion by decreasing level of evidence, then reviewed by an editorial group independent of the work group.<BR><B>RESULTS: </B>Sleep recordings are presented according to the American Sleep Disorders Association's classification as type 1, 2, 3 or 4. Their modalities, interpretation, indications, advantages and limitations are detailed.