Flavio José Magalhães da Silveira

Ronco: critérios diagnósticos e tratamento

Snoring is a significant problem with social and medical manifestations. After snoring has been confirmed, other nocturnal respiratory diseases should be excluded so that the appropriate treatment can be instituted. This chapter addresses the current management of snoring and its treatment.

Consequências do ronco não-tratado

In some studies, snoring has been associated with an increased risk of hypertension, ischemic heart disease and stroke. Although the mechanisms involved in these associations are unknown, they are probably mediated by obstructive sleep apnea. Nevertheless, most snorers do not have sleep apnea. Whether snoring itself increases the risk of cardiovascular disease remains controversial.