Some forms of obstructive sleep apnea may require some form of surgery that removes or bypasses the -obstruction. A __________ may be required for very severe cases of obstructive sleep apnea, where the upper airway obstruction cannot be removed.
A. tonsillectomy
B. uvulopalatoplasty
C. tracheostomy
D. nasal repair
Answer: C. tracheostomy
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