**Re: Summary of Sleep Study Findings**
01/11/2024
This letter is to summarise the findings of the respiratory sleep study you undertook on 27/10/2024.
The sleep study revealed a diagnosis of moderate obstructive sleep apnea. The overall Apnoea-Hypopnoea Index (AHI) was 22 events per hour. Positional variations were noted, with a higher AHI when supine. The average oxygen saturation was 92%, with a minimum of 80%. Snoring was recorded at 45% of the study duration. No central apnoeas were observed. The average pulse was 70 bpm. No cardiac events were mentioned. The periodic limb movement index (PLMI) was 10.
The study was of good quality, with clear and reliable data.
Based on these findings, I recommend the following: initiation of CPAP therapy, referral to a sleep dentist for consideration of a Mandibular Advancement Device, and a review of sleep hygiene practices. I also recommend a consultation with a dietician for weight management strategies.
A follow-up appointment is scheduled for 4 weeks to assess progress and adjust treatment as needed.
"**Re: Summary of Sleep Study Findings**"
[document the date of the consultation being referred to in this letter] (Only include if explicitly mentioned in transcript, context or clinical note, else omit section entirely. Write in the format DD/MM/YYYY.)
This letter is to summarise the findings of the respiratory sleep study you undertook on" [document the date of the sleep study] (Only include if explicitly mentioned in transcript, context or clinical note, else omit section entirely. Write in the format DD/MM/YYYY.).
[describe the diagnosis, including the severity and type of sleep apnea, the overall Apnoea-Hypopnoea Index (AHI), and specific details regarding positional variations in AHI and average and minimum oxygen saturation recorded, snoring percentage, any central apnoeas if indicated, average pulse, any cardiac events if mentioned and any periodic limps movement LMI index ]. (Only include if explicitly mentioned in transcript, context or clinical note, else omit section entirely. Write in paragraphs of full sentences.)
[make a comment on the quality of the study if mentioned]
[detail recommendations as a sleep specialist based on the findings, including referrals to specialists and potential treatment options such as positional therapy, weight management, Mandibular Advancement device, CPAP, sleep hygiene. ] (Only include if explicitly mentioned in transcript, context or clinical note, else omit section entirely. Write in paragraphs of full sentences.)
[document the timing for the scheduled follow-up appointment to review progress] (Only include if explicitly mentioned in transcript, context or clinical note, else omit section entirely. Write in paragraphs of full sentences.)
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