Obstructive sleep apnea or osa arises from what is basically a mechanical problem. Normally when you breathe in air flows in through your mouth and nose and down your throat also. Understanding Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders Cure For Sleep In some cases this can lead to sleep apnea which may be treated by removal of the uvula or part of it if necessary an operation known as uvulopalatopharyngoplasty commonly referred to as uppp or up3. Uvula sleep apnea . Having an elongated uvula can cause vibrations that lead to snoring. Currently the relationship between uvula size and sleep disordered breathing snoring and obstructive sleep apnea lacks data for objective interpretation. Uvula removal is done with a procedure called an uvulectomy. Enlarged uvula can lead to snoring and obstructive sleep apnea among normal adults 45 percent are occasional snorers and 25 percent are habitual snorers. Possible causes include adenoid hypertrophy. This removes all or part of the uvula. ...