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The GP's role in the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders
Author(s)John Shneerson
Journal titleGeriatric Medicine, vol 29, no 10, October 1999
Pagespp 41-43
KeywordsSleep disorders ; Sleep behaviour ; General practitioners.
AnnotationDisturbed sleep is common in older people and can have a negative impact on their quality of life. This article explains how general practitioners (GPs) can distinguish between treatable sleep disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), periodic limb movement syndrome (PLMS), and narcolepsy, and normal, age-related changes in sleep patterns. (AKM).
Accession NumberCPA-991109234 A
ClassmarkCTS: CG: QT6

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