Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Ear, Nose and Throat Problems Workshop!

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Hi all! 

Since the current topic is about  Sleep Apnea,  tonsils and adnoids, I thought I

would let you all know that this topic will be covered at IMDSA's conference in

Orlando! 

Dr. Sally Shott will be presenting!

Topic: Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Ear, Nose and Throat Problems seen in Down

Syndrome 

ABSTRACT OF PRESENTATION: This session will review the various ear, nose, and

throat (ENT) problems seen in children with Down syndrome. This includes

problems with chronic ear infections and hearing loss, sleep disorders,

including sleep apnea, and chronic nasal drainage and sinusitis.  OBJECTIVES FOR

PRESENTATION : At the end of this presentation, the participants should: 1. Have

a better understanding of the most common ear, nose and throat problems seen in

children and adults with Down syndrome, including ear infections and hearing

loss, sleep disorders and sinus problems. 2. Have an understanding of current

treatment options 3. Know when to ask their primary care doctor for a referral

to an ENT specialist

Hellard

IMDSA President

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