Hypopnea (Noun)
Meaning
Slow or shallow breathing.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The patient's hypopnea episodes were associated with oxygen desaturation and awakening from sleep.
- Hypopnea was diagnosed in the patient after an overnight sleep study revealed frequent episodes of slow or shallow breathing.
- The doctor explained that hypopnea was a condition characterized by abnormally slow or shallow breathing during sleep.
- Reduced airflow and decreased oxygen levels were characteristics of the hypopnea events observed during the sleep study.
- Treatment options were discussed with the patient to alleviate hypopnea symptoms and improve overall sleep quality.