Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Elevated BP in Teens
Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with elevated blood pressure (eBP) in adolescence.
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AHA Advises OSA Screening for Those With CV Risk, Conditions
People with cardiovascular risk factors or conditions should be screened for 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.
Lack of Knowledge on Idiopathic Hypersomnia Often Leads to Misdiagnosis
A survey of health care providers found a lack of knowledge on idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) among physicians, and that the disorder is often misdiagnosed. We spoke with Richard Bogan, MD, FCCP, FAASM, associate clinical professor at the University of the South Carolina School of Medicine about IH and criteria for diagnosing this sleep disorder.
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.
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 Structure Alterations and Behavioral Problems Among Children Associated With Obstructive Sleep Disordered Breathing
While parents frequently report behavioral problems in children who snore, the relationship between symptoms of obstructive sleep disordered breathing (oSDB) and childhood behavioral problems associated with brain structural alterations is limited. The study authors examined the associations between oSDB symptoms, behavioral measures such as inattention, and brain morphometry.
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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