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Article: Reports on obstructive sleep apnea findings from J.A. Lieberman and co-researchers provide new insights.
- Article from:
- Cardiovascular Week
- Article date:
- September 21, 2009
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According to recent research from the United States, "Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common and debilitating condition characterized by recurrent episodes of upper airway obstruction, resulting in intermittent occurrence of apnea-hypopnea. Clinical features include snoring or disturbed sleep, reduced concentration and memory, mood disorders, and excessive sleepiness (ES)."
"Left undiagnosed and untreated, OSA may have detrimental consequences, including cardiovascular (CV) morbidity and mortality, decreased health-related quality of life, and increased incidence of motor vehicle accidents. As most individuals affected by OSA will initially present in the ...