Oxidative stress in obese children and adolescents with and without type 2 diabetes mellitus is not associated with obstructive sleep apnea

ConclusionsThe findings of this pilot study suggest that increased lipid peroxidation is associated with insulin resistance and hypertension in obese children and adolescents, while OSA has most likely minor influence.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s11325-018-1670-2

Source: Sleep and Breathing - May 26, 2018 Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research