Aortic root size is associated with nocturnal blood pressure in a population of hypertensive patients under treatment for obstructive sleep apnea

ConclusionIn OSA patients, the relationship between aortic root diameter and nocturnal BP persists on CPAP therapy.Further studies that evaluate the potential protective effect of OSA treatment on aortic root dilatation should monitor nocturnal diastolic BP.
Source: Sleep and Breathing - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research