Dr.JEYASEKHARAN MEDICAL TRUST

Dr.JEYASEKHARAN HOSPITAL & NURSING HOME

KP ROAD, NAGERCOIL, SOUTH INDIA 629003

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DR.JEYASEKHARAN HOSPITAL & NURSING HOME
KP ROAD, NAGERCOIL, SOUTH INDIA 629003
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Sleep Studies

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SLEEP STUDIES

Sleep study is a multiparametric test used in the study of sleep pattern, a comprehensive recording of the biophysical changes that occur during sleep and as a diagnostic tool in sleep medicine. It is also known as polysomnography.
Those affected by sleep disorders:

Most sufferers are unaware

Detected by bed partner who witnesses symptoms

Excessive daytime sleepiness and falling asleep spontaneously but not at appropriate times

Restless sleep

Loud, disruptive snoring

Depressive moods

Forgetfulness

Irritability

Have trouble concentrating

Indications for sleep study:
  • 1
    Epsworth sleepiness scale: >10
  • 2
    Obstructive Sleep Apneoa (OSA)
  • 3
    Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB)
  • 1
    H/O Sleep deprivation > 1 month
  • 2
    Abrupt awakening while sleeping
  • 3
    Enuresis (Bed wetting)
  • 4
    Bradyarrhythmia evaluation (while sleeping)
Procedure:
  • 1
    It is usually performed at night
  • 2
    Epsworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) can be measured
  • 3
    Upper airway passage examination to be assessed
  • 4
    Psychiatric conditioned to be ruled out
  • 5
    Preparing the measurement and attaching the sensors to the patient can be done in the institution
  • 6
    Various sensors used:
Treatment
The choice of a specific treatment depends on the patient’s diagnosis as well as the expertise of the treating physician.

Sleep study and diagnosis is performed at Dr.Jeyasekharan Medical Trust. Please contact us for more information.