Sleep apnea and galectin-3: possible sex-specific relationship

ConclusionsSleep apnea is associated elevated galectin-3 levels in women but not men. Our findings highlight a possible sex-specific relationship between sleep apnea and galectin-3, a biomarker of potential myocardial fibrosis that has been associated with increased cardiovascular risk.
Source: Sleep and Breathing - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research