The uvulopalatal flap

Tom C. Zhou; Jennifer C Hsia

doi:10.1016/j.otot.2015.03.006

The uvulopalatal flap

Tom C. Zhou, Jennifer C Hsia

Otolaryngology

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Abstract

The uvulopalatal flap was initially described by Powell and Riley in 1996 and has become a popular surgical option for treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). A number of advantages exist over the uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, and these include reduced risk of velopharyngeal insufficiency and nasopharyngeal stenosis, potential to be reversible, improved velopalatal opening from preserved uvular muscle, low risk of bleeding, and reduced pain. An extensive preoperative workup should be performed to evaluate the patient, and the procedure is indicated in patients who demonstrate velopharyngeal obstruction, and who are refractory to conservative medical management. Studies have confirmed that the uvulopalatal flap results in both objective and subjective improvements in OSA. Complications are rare and typically minor. As a result, the uvulopalatal flap has become a popular option and the palatal procedure of choice for OSA for many otolaryngologists.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	78-84
Number of pages	7
Journal	Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Volume	26
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.otot.2015.03.006
State	Published - Jun 1 2015

Keywords

Obstructive sleep apnea
Sleep disordered breathing
Snoring
Uvulopalatal flap
Uvulopharyngoplasty

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