Prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea in patients with acute stroke

Introduction: Stroke or Cerebrovascular Disease is a serious neurological disorder and is the second leading cause of death globally. Apart from the well-known modifiable risk factors for stroke like diabetes, hypertension and ischemic heart disease, Obstructive Sleep apnea (OSA) is emerging as an independent and eminently modifiable risk factor. The reported prevalence rate of OSA in stroke patients in various studies ranges from 30-80%. This prospective study was undertaken over a period of 20 months to determine the prevalence of OSA in newly diagnosed stroke patients.
Source: Sleep Medicine - Category: Sleep Medicine Authors: Tags: Sleep Breathing Disorders Source Type: research