Sleep Apnea Surgery (UPPP)
睡眠呼吸暂停手术
Duration
1-3 hours depending on levels addressed
Recovery
3-5 days hospital stay, 2-3 weeks soft diet, 6 weeks full recovery
Savings
~69% vs US
Average savings compared to US prices
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) and multi-level airway surgery for obstructive sleep apnea patients who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy. Chinese sleep surgery centers offer comprehensive multi-level approaches including UPPP, tongue base reduction, hyoid suspension, and maxillomandibular advancement. Drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) is used to precisely identify obstruction sites and tailor the surgical plan for optimal outcomes.
Sleep & Airway Assessment
Polysomnography (sleep study), drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) to identify obstruction levels, cephalometric analysis, and BMI assessment
Duration: 2-3 daysMulti-level Surgery
UPPP with tonsillectomy, expansion sphincter pharyngoplasty, tongue base reduction (radiofrequency or coblation), and nasal surgery if needed
Duration: 1-3 hoursPost-operative Care
Airway monitoring, pain management, swallowing assessment, CPAP application in immediate post-op if needed
Duration: 3-5 daysOutcome Assessment
Repeat polysomnography at 3-6 months, AHI comparison, symptom resolution evaluation, and CPAP pressure reassessment
Duration: 3-6 months follow-up- DISE-guided surgery ensures correct identification of obstruction sites
- Multi-level approach addresses all contributing anatomy in one session
- Potential elimination of CPAP dependence
- Comprehensive sleep medicine evaluation included
- Velopharyngeal insufficiency (nasal regurgitation) in 2-5%
- Persistent or recurrent sleep apnea (success rate 60-70%)
- Significant throat pain for 2-3 weeks
- Voice changes or dry throat sensation long-term
Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.