Obesity hypoventilation syndrome (also named Pickwickian syndrome) is defined as the presence of awake alveolar hypoventilation characterized by daytime hypercapnia (arterial PaCO2 greater than 45 mmHg [5.9 kPa]) that is thought to be a consequence of diminished ventilatory drive and capacity related to obesity (BMI over 30 kg/m2) in the absence of an alternate respiratory, neuromuscular, or metabolic explanation for hypoventilation. The management of obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS) is challenging and complex, and the clinical presentation of the disease should be diagnosed early to achieve optimal outcomes. OHS has significant overlap with obstructive sleep apnea, but there are also differences in underlying pathology, which differentiates the two conditions. This activity reviews the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, management, and prognosis. This activity highlights the role of the interprofessional team in caring for patients with this condition.
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- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
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