STOP-BANG screening identifies patients at risk for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) before surgery.
Loud enough to be heard through closed doors
Often feel tired or sleepy during the day
Has anyone seen you stop breathing in sleep?
Hx or being treated for hypertension
Body Mass Index over 35
Patient age 50 years or older
Neck circumference > 40cm (15.7 inches)
Patient is male