In this CHOC grand rounds video, Dr. Neal Nakra, pediatric pulmonologist and medical director of CHOC’s pediatric sleep program, addresses the topic of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and obesity in the pediatric population. In addition to discussing the trends in OSA, Dr. Nakra details the relationship between the condition and metabolic syndrome. Data, collected over the past decade, regarding the effects of OSA treatment on components of metabolic syndrome is also highlighted.
After watching this video, viewers should be able to
- describe the screening process for OSA;
- determine the possible mechanisms underlying the connection between OSA, obesity and metabolic syndrome; and
- describe the possible effects of OSA treatment on obesity and metabolic syndrome.
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