Evaluation of depression and quality of life in patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

Conclusion: Decreased deep sleep duration, increased arousal index, and a high ratio of sleep duration with oxygen saturation below 90% to the duration of the entire sleep period increase daytime sleepiness and depressive symptoms in those with OSAS; thus, disrupting general health and QOL.
Source: Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice - Category: Rural Health Authors: Source Type: research