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obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

Medical Definition

Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition characterized by the obstruction of the airway and pauses in breathing during sleep, which occur multiple times throughout the night. it is related to the relaxation of muscle tone that typically happens during sleep, leading to a partial collapse of the soft tissues in the airway and causing airflow obstruction. [pmid:35609941]
Related Codes (1)
Code
Description
Billable
Details
G47.33Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Type 1 Excludes (1)

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