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CSA Diagnosis and Treatment Algorithm3,4
Abbreviations: AHI, apnea hypopnea index; ASV, adaptive servo-ventilation; BiPAP, bilevel positive airway pressure; CPAP, continuous positive airway pressure; CSA, central sleep apnea; LVEF, left ventricular ejection fraction; NIV, noninvasive ventilation; OSA, obstructive sleep apnea.
aEvaluation may include tests for thyroid function, arterial blood gas, and transthoracic echocardiogram.
bScoring central vs obstructive hypopneas recommended.
