Doctors may perform an uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) to remove tissue from the back of the mouth and the top of the throat to improve airflow.
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Some procedures, like uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) remove excess tissue from the throat and soft palate, while others fix structural problems that disrupt breathing during sleep.
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The surgical treatment for this excess of tissue is called uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP).
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Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) removes excess tissue that blocks the airway passage.
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Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) removes loose tissue in the palate and throat, opening the breathing passage.