This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: ENT
[{'content': 'Laser uvulopharyngopalatoplasty is the surgery done for which of the following? \nSelect and explain. \nA. Snoring, B. Recurrent pharyngotonsilitis, C. Cleft palate, D. Stammering', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: A \nExplanation: Snoring : Noisy breathing, a rough, rattling inspiratory noise produced by vibration of pendulous soft palate or occasionally of vocal cords, during sleep. Snoring indicates some obstruction in upper airway and represents a continum of the similar pathology as of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), where snoring is on one end and OSA on the other. Management of snoring without Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Uvulopalatoplasty-Laser Assisted Uvulopalatoplasty (LAUP) or Bovie-Assisted Uvulopalatoplasty (BAUP). It can be performed under Local A naesthesia in OPD. In this procedure uvula is amputated and 1 cm trenches are created in the soft palate on either side of uvula. The soft palate elevates and stiffens after healing. Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty- It is the M/C surgery performed for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. It is also very effective in treating snoring.', 'role': 'assistant'}]