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Diagnosis of SDB was established if a child met the diagnostic criteria for one or more of the following conditions: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central apnea, nocturnal hypoxemia, or nocturnal hypoventilation. Outcomes were assessed and compared between MDs. Positive and negative predictive values (PPV, NPV), sensitivity, and specificity for detecting SDB were calculated for certain clinical parameters. Results: SDB was diagnosed in 73.6% of children with MDs, including OSA in 67%, followed by nocturnal hypoxemia (15.3%), nocturnal hypoventilation (7.7%), and central apnea (6.6%). The age at diagnosis and BiPAP pressures used varied between MDs. Patients with Congenital MD had the lowest mean age and required higher pressures (p &lt; 0.05). PPV was high for maximum inspiratory or expiratory pressures (MIP, MEP) &lt; 40% or &lt;60%, forced vital capacity &lt; 50% or &lt;80%, total lung capacity &lt; 60%, left ventricular ejection fraction &lt; 50%, non-ambulation, and body mass index \u2265 95% for the presence of SDB. However, NPV, sensitivity, and specificity varied. Conclusions: SDB is common in pediatric patients with MDs, with OSA being the most prevalent disorder. The age at diagnosis and required BiPAP pressures for management differ among MD groups. 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