Polysomnography is a type of sleep test used to diagnose and evaluate sleep disorders. This test aims to examine changes that occur during sleep by recording a person's body functions during sleep.
Polysomnography is usually performed in a sleep laboratory or in an office setting. The person is monitored throughout the night to collect data on body functions through sensors attached during sleep. Sensors placed in different areas such as the head, face, chest and legs record various parameters such as brain activity, eye movements, heart rhythm, respiration and muscle activity.
Polysomnography is used to diagnose sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, breathing stops during sleep, problems falling asleep, night sweats. It is applied to evaluate sleep quality and identify problems that occur during sleep.
The data obtained is analyzed by a sleep specialist. This data plays an important role in diagnosing the sleep disorder and determining appropriate treatment methods. Based on the test results, specialists assess the patient’s sleep status and determine the course of treatment.
Polysomnography testing is an important tool in diagnosing sleep disorders and developing treatment plans. This test helps identify sleep problems by analyzing a person’s bodily functions during sleep in detail and enables more effective treatment approaches to be determined.
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Last Updated: 25.07.2025
