😴 STOP-BANG Score (OSA Risk)
Screen for obstructive sleep apnoea risk with the STOP-BANG questionnaire.
STOP-BANG Score (OSA Risk)
Snoring loudly
Tiredness/daytime sleepiness
Observed apnoea
High blood pressure
BMI > 35 kg/m²
Age > 50
Neck circumference > 40 cm
Male sex
When to use
Identify patients who should undergo sleep testing, including pre-operatively.
How it works
Eight yes/no items (Snoring, Tiredness, Observed apnoea, Pressure, BMI > 35, Age > 50, Neck > 40 cm, male sex). 0–2 low, 3–4 intermediate, 5–8 high.
Key points
- ≥ 5 indicates high probability of moderate–severe OSA.
- A screen, not a diagnosis — refer for sleep testing.
- Relevant to peri-operative risk assessment.
References
Decision support for licensed clinicians only; not a substitute for clinical judgement, diagnosis or local protocols.