Ultrasonographic changes and impact factors of diaphragmatic function in patients with obstructive sleep apnea –hypopnea syndrome

ConclusionThe diaphragm is thickened and diaphragmatic contractility is decreased in OSAHS patients. Nocturnal intermittent hypoxia is a risk factor for diaphragmatic hypertrophy and impaired diaphragmatic contractility.
Source: Sleep and Breathing - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research