Term Name:	obstructive sleep apnea
Synonyms:	obstructive sleep apnea syndrome
Definition:	A sleep apnea that is characterized by repeated collapse and obstruction of the upper airway during sleep, which results in reduced airflow (hypopnea) or complete airflow cessation (apnea), oxygen desaturation, and arousals from sleep.
Ontology:	Human Disease [DOID:0050848]   ( DOID:0050848 )