| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2905387 | Chest | 2009 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
The magnitude of adenotonsillar hypertrophy required for any given magnitude of OAHI is more likely to be smaller in obese children compared to nonobese children. Increased Mallampati scores in obese children suggest that soft-tissue changes and potentially fat deposition in the upper airway may play a significant role in the global differences in tonsillar and adenoidal size among obese and nonobese children with OSA.
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Ehab MD, Leila MD, Oscar MD, Muna M.A. MD, David MD, FCCP,