What is another word for palatopharyngoplasty?
Pronunciation: [pˈalɐtˌɒfɑːɹˌɪŋɡəplɐsti] (IPA) 
Palatopharyngoplasty is a complex medical term that refers to a surgical procedure that helps treat snoring or sleep apnea. Given the complexity of this term, there are synonyms that people can use to refer to this procedure. Some common synonyms include Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP), a related surgical procedure that addresses the same issues as palatopharyngoplasty. Other synonyms include pharyngoplasty, palatal surgery, and uvulopalatal flap. These synonyms all have different levels of specificity with respect to the exact area that the surgery targets. However, they all essentially refer to surgical procedures that help address sleep apnea or snoring issues caused by obstruction in the airway.
