An unusual presentation of severe obstructive sleep apnea with nocturnal seizure‐like movements: A case report
Negin Rahimi,
Hamed Amirifard,
Melika Jameie
Abstract:Key Clinical MessageThis study suggests that severe obstructive sleep apnea can present as sleep‐related epileptic or non‐epileptic seizures. A detailed history and physical examination, along with polysomnography and video electroencephalography findings can lead to the correct diagnosis.AbstractObstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is defined by recurrent episodes of the upper airway complete or partial collapse while sleeping. The obstructive episodes result in gradual suffocation that increases breathing attempts … Show more
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