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Chapter 1. Anatomy and Physiology of Sleep
Neural Pathways for Arousal
The Circadian Rhythm and Homeostatic Drives
REM and Non-REM (NREM) Sleep
Physiologic Changes During Sleep
Dreaming
Chapter 2. Evaluation of Sleep Disorders
Sleep History
Physical Examination
Sleep Tests
Nocturnal Polysomnography
Multiple Sleep Latency Test
Maintenance of Wakefulness Test
Actigraphy
Chapter 3. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Pathophysiology of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Risk Factors for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Clinical Presentation of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Diagnosis of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Sleep Studies
Complications of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Positive Airway Pressure Devices
Oral Appliances for OSA
Surgery for OSA
Other Therapies for Snoring and OSA
Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome
Snoring
Chapter 4. Central Sleep Apnea and Hypoventilation Syndromes
Central Sleep Apnea
Diagnostic Criteria for Central Sleep Apnea
Treatment of Central Sleep Apnea
Hypoventilation Syndromes
Treatment of Hypoventilation
Chapter 5. Insomnia
Demographics of Insomnia
Pathophysiology of Insomnia
The Biology of Insomnia
Classification of Insomnia
Evaluation of Insomnia
Treatment of Insomnia
Chapter 6. Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia
Narcolepsy
Pathophysiology of Narcolepsy
Diagnosis of Narcolepsy
Treatment of Narcolepsy
Pharmacological Therapy of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS)
Idiopathic Hypersomnia
Chapter 7. Circadian Rhythm Disorders
Pathophysiology of Circadian Rhythm Disorders
Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
Advanced Sleep Phase Syndrome
Jet Lag Sleep Disorder
Irregular Sleep/Wake Pattern
Free-Running Sleep Pattern
Shift Work Sleep Disorder
Diagnosis of Circadian Rhythm Disorders
Treatment of Circadian Rhythm Disorders
Chapter 8. Parasomnias and Complex Nocturnal Behaviors
Non-REM Parasomnias
REM Parasomnias
Other Parasomnias
Treatment of Parasomnias
Complex Nocturnal Behavior
Chapter 9. Restless Leg Syndrome and Periodic Limb Movement Disorders
Restless Leg Syndrome
Diagnosis of Restless Leg Syndrome
Pathophysiology of Restless Leg Syndrome
Treatment of Restless Leg Syndrome
Periodic Limb Movement During Sleep
Diagnosis of Periodic Limb Movement During Sleep
Treatment of Periodic Limb Movement During Sleep
Chapter 10. Sleep Disorders In Children, Women, and The Elderly
Sleep Disorders in Children
Insomnia in Children
Circadian Rhythm Disorders in Children
Parasomnias in Children
Sleep Breathing Disorders in Children
Insufficient Sleep in Children
Sleep Disorders in Women
Menstrual Cycle and Sleep
Pregnancy and Sleep
Menopause and Sleep
Sleep Disorders in the Elderly
Chapter 11. Sleep Medicine and Medical, Neurological,
and Psychiatric Disorders
Medical Disorders and Sleep
Asthma
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Restrictive Pulmonary Diseases
Gastrointestinal Disorders
End-Stage Renal Disease
Cardiovascular Disorders
The Intensive Care Unit
Diabetes
Thyroid Disorders
Acromegaly
Neurological Disorders and Sleep
Headaches
Stroke
Epilepsy
Dementia
Neuromuscular Disorders
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson’s Disease
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain
Brain Tumors
Psychiatric Disorders and Sleep
Depression
Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Panic Disorder
Bipolar Disorders
Alcoholism
Schizophrenia
COVID-somnia
Sleep Medicine Made Ridiculously Simple
by Fabian H. Rossi, M.D.,
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