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Central Sleep Apnea

Overview of non-obstructive sleep apnea.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
RespiratoryNeurology

Clinical Guidelines

Definition, discrimination, diagnosis and treatment of central breathing disturbances during sleep
National
2017 ACC/AHA/HFSA Focused Update of the 2013 ACCF/AHA Guideline for the Management of Heart Failure
Local
Treatment of central sleep apnea in adults: an American Academy of Sleep Medicine clinical practice guideline
Local
Treatment of central sleep apnea in adults: an American Academy of Sleep Medicine clinical practice guideline
Local

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