Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)

 

What is Obstructive Sleep Apnoea?

Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder where the airway repeatedly becomes blocked during sleep. This leads to pauses in breathing, snoring, and disrupted rest. Many people with OSA feel excessively tired during the day, which can affect work, driving, relationships, and overall health.

If left untreated, OSA may increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

Symptoms of OSA

You may be experiencing OSA if you notice:

  • Loud, persistent snoring

  • Gasping or choking during sleep

  • Waking frequently at night

  • Excessive daytime sleepiness

  • Morning headaches

  • Poor concentration and memory

Diagnosing OSA

At One Ashford Hospital, we offer:

  • Sleep Studies (Polysomnography): A detailed overnight test to monitor your breathing, oxygen levels, and sleep pattern.

  • Home Sleep Testing: For patients who prefer an at-home diagnostic option.

  • Specialist Consultation: Our ENT and respiratory consultants will guide you through results and treatment options.

Treatment Options for OSA

Treatment is tailored to the severity of your condition and your individual needs. Options may include:

  • Lifestyle Changes – Weight management, exercise, reducing alcohol, and improving sleep position.

  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP): The most effective treatment for moderate to severe OSA. CPAP uses gentle air pressure to keep your airway open at night.

  • Mandibular Advancement Devices (MAD): Custom-fitted dental appliances that reposition the jaw to reduce airway obstruction.

  • Surgery: In selected cases, procedures may be recommended to remove excess tissue or correct structural problems in the airway.

You can use your private medical insurance or pay for your Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) treatment. We offer competitive, fixed price packages. If you are using your health insurance, please contact your insurer first for approval and let them know you’d like to be treated at One Ashford Hospital

Why One Ashford Hospital

  • Access to leading Consultants within 48 hours*
  • 0% and low finance options**
  • Competitive fixed-price packages
  • Modern purpose-built hospital
  • Private, spacious, ensuite rooms
  • Specialist Physiotherapy and nursing teams
  • Little waiting time for surgery
  • Calm, dignified experience


*Dependent on Consultant availability
**Terms and conditions apply

Contact us and find out more

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Ear, Nose and Throat Pricing Guide at One Ashford Hospital

This is a list of guide prices for some of common Ear, Nose and Throat treatments and procedures.

 

Treatment Guide Price
Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) £5,858
Septoplasty £5,150
Tonsillectomy (Adult) £3,660

 

If treatment for your condition is not listed above, contact the hospital on 01233 423000 where a member of our Reservations team can provide you with a quote. 

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