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1. The following conservative measures may help manage or prevent OSA:
2. Mechanical measures
3. Surgical intervention for OSA includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Avoiding sleep deprivation

Nasal CPAP: Standard treatment option

Tracheostomy

Sleeping in an upright position for markedly obese patients

Bilevel positive airway pressure

Avoiding alcohol and other sedatives (particularly 4-6 hours before bedtime)

Restriction of body positions during sleep (avoid supine position)

Oral appliance therapy

Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty

Craniofacial reconstruction with advancement of tongue or maxillomandibular bones

Avoiding smoking; smoking cessation