Pediatric Sleep-Disordered Breathing and OSA

Pediatric sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) encompasses a range of conditions where breathing is disrupted during sleep, with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) being the most common form. OSA in children involves upper airway obstruction, leading to snoring, pauses in breathing, and decreased oxygen saturation during sleep. It can significantly impact a child's health, behavior, and development, making early recognition and treatment crucial.