Is there surgery to fix sleep apnea?

The surgery called tracheostomy (which puts a permanent opening in your neck to your windpipe) almost always cures sleep apnea that is caused by blockage of the upper airway. But other treatments work almost as well in most people. And the surgery can cause many complications.

How bad is sleep apnea surgery?

What are the risks of surgery for sleep apnea? While all surgeries carry some risks, having sleep apnea can increase your risk of certain complications, especially when it comes to anesthesia. Many anesthesia medications relax your throat muscles, which can make sleep apnea worse during the procedure.

How long is the recovery for sleep apnea surgery?

UPPP surgery is ideal for people who are not significantly overweight. Although the recovery process can be painful, most people recover in three to four weeks and notice an improvement after two months.

How much does sleep apnea surgery cost?

Surgical intervention, which is often used to reduce or tighten excess tissue, will typically cost between $6,000 and $10,000. The price of surgery is also affected by hospital fees and insurance coverage. An oral appliance can cost between $1,800 and $2,000, and most insurance plans contribute to the cost.

What are the side effects of sleep apnea surgery?

RFA for sleep apnea can cause: Damage to tissue near the area being treated. Infection. Bleeding from the treated area.

The use of palatal implants can result in: Changes in how the teeth meet. Being able to feel the implants, which may be uncomfortable. Loss of an implant, which would have to be reimplanted.

How much weight do I need to lose to stop sleep apnea?

If overweight and obese people lose weight, it would make both sleep apnea and other health problems [such as heart disease] go away. Losing just 10% of body weight can have a big effect on sleep apnea symptoms. In some cases, losing a significant amount of weight can even cure the condition.

Does your heart stop with sleep apnea?

One of the many important roles of sleep is to allow the body to rest and recuperate. Heart rate and blood pressure drop during sleep as breathing becomes stable and regular. Not getting enough sleep as a result of conditions like OSA means not giving the heart and cardiovascular system this important recovery time.