Obstructive Sleep Apnea Raises the Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death
We interview experts Younghoon Kwon, MD, MS, FACC, and Richard J Castriotta, MD, FCCP, FAASM, about the connections between obstructive sleep apnea-sudden cardiac death.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Screening for Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Patients With MS
The STOP-Bang Questionnaire may be an effective tool in screening patients with multiple sclerosis for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea.
Review: Hypnotics for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Endotypes
The researchers reviewed advancements and current knowledge about the use of hypnotics in therapy for obstructive sleep apnea.
CPAP Therapy Did Not Reduce Atrial Fibrillation Burden in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy did not reduce the burden of atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with paroxysmal AF and sleep apnea.
Pulse Rate Variability May Predict Stroke in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Pulse rate variability as detected by pulse oximetry could serve as a useful biomarker for stroke risk stratification in patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
Dysphagia Prevalence, Characteristics Among Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Approximately one-sixth of patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have demonstrated symptoms of dysphagia.
Brain Tumor Location, Grade Influence Sleep Disturbances After Treatment
A team of researchers analyzed clinical characteristics and sleep parameters in adult patients with primary brain tumors experiencing symptoms of sleep disturbance.
Increased BMI in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea After CPAP Treatment
In patients with obstructive sleep apnea, BMI values increased significantly following CPAP therapy.
Many Patients Hospitalized for COVID-19 Are Diagnosed With a Sleep Disorder
A team of investigators sought to assess the prevalence of pre-existing sleep disorders and their relationship to disease outcomes in patients with severe COVID-19.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Associated With Specific Indicators of Aging
Obstructive sleep apnea in young patients results in pathophysiologic changes associated with aging.
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