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what is the treatment for obesity hypoventilation

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The treatment for obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS) is multifaceted and includes both nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic interventions.

Nonpharmacologic interventions

Pharmacologic interventions

  • Pharmacotherapy for obesity: Pharmacotherapy is recommended as an adjunct to lifestyle modifications in nonpregnant patients with a BMI ≥ 30 kg/m² or with a BMI ≥ 27 kg/m² and any metabolic comorbidities (hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, or dyslipidemia)

Surgical interventions

In conclusion, the treatment of OHS is comprehensive and involves a combination of weight loss, positive airway pressure therapy, noninvasive ventilation, pharmacotherapy for obesity, and in some cases, bariatric surgery.

References

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Obesity hypoventilation syndrome

Respiratory support

Guidelines

Positive airway pressure therapy

Pathway
ATS 2019