UPP, medically known as uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, is a surgical procedure to open the upper airways.
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UPP Procedure
UPP, medically known as uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, is a surgical procedure to open the upper airways. A UPP procedure involves the removal of the soft tissue at the back of the throat which includes the uvula, portions of the soft palate, the tonsils, and the adenoids. This procedure is recommended for patients who suffer from severe sleep apnea or snoring. Prior to recommending this procedure, doctors will advise patients to adjust their sleeping position or consider a medical machine for sleeping like a CPAP.
When is This Procedure Necessary?
A Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty is considered medically necessary when a patient’s chronic snoring or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) significantly impacts their quality of life and conventional treatments have failed to provide relief. Typically, UPP is recommended for patients with an excessively long or thickened uvula, enlarged tonsils, or excessive tissue in the throat that obstructs the airway. A thorough evaluation by a qualified sleep specialist followed by a sleep study is essential to confirm the diagnosis and severity of OSA.
What To Expect
A Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty is considered medically necessary when a patient’s chronic snoring or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) significantly impacts their quality of life and conventional treatments have failed to provide relief. Typically, UPP is recommended for patients with an excessively long or thickened uvula, enlarged tonsils, or excessive tissue in the throat that obstructs the airway. A thorough evaluation by a qualified sleep specialist followed by a sleep study is essential to confirm the diagnosis and severity of OSA.
UPP with Smith Medical
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