Excessive daily sleepiness associated with obstructive sleep apnea is a multifaceted complaint
that usually involves disabling symptoms. Despite being a common complaint best practice
regarding the management of patients is not well defined and failure to recognize the severity
of the effects of symptoms on quality of life results in underdiagnosis preventing patients
from receiving adequate treatment. 'Fast Facts: Excessive Daily Sleepiness Associated with
Obstructive Sleep Apnea' discusses the difficulties in formulating a single definition of
excessive daily sleepiness that appropriately considers the experiences and features of daytime
sleepiness alongside an up-to-date overview of how to accurately assess patients and ensure
effective management and support. Table of Contents: -Epidemiology and etiology -Clinical
features and diagnosis -Management -Patient impact and support
