Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Down Syndrome: Clinical Examination Issue

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common condition of Down syndrome patients. In pediatric practice, there is no way to determine the children with an increased risk. The aim of the study is to determine the reliability of four questionnaires used in pediatric patients in screening of OSA in Down syndrome children. Prospective study where patients are evaluated on airway diseases and aeroallergens sensitization with 2 parental surveys (PSQ-SRBD and CSHQ), otolaryngologic problems by completing by the ENT surgeon 2 others surveys (CAS-15 and SCR), and sleep disease with an overnight polysomnography (PSG), in University Hospital in Nice.