Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty Treatment
Treatment Range Hospital in Hyderabad offers advanced Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) surgery for patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), loud snoring, or airway obstruction. UPPP is a surgical procedure that removes or reshapes tissue in the throat—including the uvula, soft palate, and pharynx—to widen the airway and improve airflow during sleep. Our experienced ENT surgeons perform this procedure with precision and care, helping patients achieve long-term relief and improved sleep quality.
Before recommending surgery, our team conducts a complete evaluation including sleep studies, airway assessment, and ENT examination to determine if UPPP is the most suitable option. The procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia and requires a short hospital stay. At Treatment Range Hospital, we use modern surgical techniques and provide detailed post-operative care to ensure a safe recovery and optimal results.
If you are looking for Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty in Hyderabad, Treatment Range Hospital offers expert ENT care, state-of-the-art facilities, and personalized treatment plans. We are committed to helping patients overcome sleep-related breathing problems and improve their overall health and quality of life.
- Your 6 - Phase health Process
Your Complete Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty Treatment Journey
🔍 Phase 1: Symptom Identification
- Loud, chronic snoring
- Episodes of stopped breathing during sleep (sleep apnea)
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Choking or gasping during sleep
- Fatigue or drowsiness
🧪 Phase 2: OPD Consultation with ENT Specialist
- Detailed sleep and symptom history
- Physical examination of throat, palate, uvula, and tonsils
- Review of lifestyle, weight, and sleep hygiene
- Referral for sleep study (polysomnography) if obstructive sleep apnea is suspected
🔬 Phase 3: Diagnosis & Preoperative Evaluation
- Sleep study (PSG) to assess severity of sleep apnea
- Flexible nasopharyngoscopy to evaluate airway structure
- Blood tests, ECG, and anesthesia fitness evaluation
- Discuss alternative treatments (e.g., CPAP, lifestyle changes) and assess if surgery is appropriate
⚠️ Phase 4: Surgical Treatment
- Performed under general anesthesia
- Removal of uvula, part of soft palate, and possibly tonsils
- Aim is to increase airway size and reduce obstruction during sleep
- Surgery duration: 1–2 hours
- May be combined with other procedures like tonsillectomy or nasal surgery
📈 Phase 5: Postoperative Care
- Hospital stay: usually 1–2 days
- Pain management: throat pain is common for 7–10 days
- Soft or liquid diet recommended during recovery
- Hydration and oral hygiene are critical
- Antibiotics or steroids may be prescribed to reduce swelling
🏥 Phase 6: Recovery & Follow-Up
- Full recovery in 2–3 weeks
- Follow-up visits to monitor healing and evaluate symptom improvement
- Snoring may reduce significantly; sleep apnea may improve but may not resolve completely
- Ongoing weight management and sleep hygiene encouraged
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UPPP is a surgical procedure to remove excess tissue from the throat—including the uvula, soft palate, and parts of the pharynx—to widen the airway and improve breathing during sleep. It is commonly used to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and heavy snoring.
Candidates typically have moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea or chronic snoring that hasn’t responded to lifestyle changes or CPAP therapy. A sleep study and ENT evaluation are usually required before considering surgery.
Some throat pain and discomfort are expected after surgery, especially during swallowing. The pain is most intense in the first week and usually improves within 10–14 days. Pain medication and a soft diet help manage recovery.
Risks include bleeding, infection, changes in voice, difficulty swallowing, and a sensation of a dry or tight throat. In rare cases, regrowth of tissue or persistent sleep apnea may occur.
Many patients report significant improvement or elimination of snoring after surgery. However, results vary depending on the cause of the snoring and whether other parts of the airway are also involved.