actigraphy
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Indications
- evaluation of:
- circadian rhythm sleep disorders
- sleep related breathing disorders
- sleep patterns among special populations
- excessive daytime sleepiness[2]
- determination of response to therapy
- often replaces polysomnography when
- longitudinal or large scale data sets are needed
- polysomnography is not a cost-efficient option
Clinical significance
-it is one component of polysomnography
Procedure
- involves use of a portable device that measures activity over an extended period of time
- measures movement of a limb & ambient light
More general terms
References
- ↑ Morgenthaler T et al, Practice Parameters for the Use of ActigraSleep Disorders: An Update for 2007 Standards of Practice Committee, American Academy of Sleep Medicine http://www.aasmnet.org/Resources/PracticeParameters/PP_Actigraphy_Update.pdf
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 18, American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 2018