Prevalence of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Joint Hypermobility Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Conclusions:OSA is a previously underestimated EDS/MFS-related complication. The high prevalence of OSA might be the result of bony and soft-tissue abnormalities associated with these hypermobility syndromes. Untreated OSA is thought to worsen cardiovascular complications especially among those with MFS. Further research is needed to better delineate whether the prevalence of OSA is moderated by factors such as sex, body mass index, bony structure, and disorder subtype.Citation:Sedky K, Gaisl T, Bennett DS. Prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea in joint hypermobility syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis.J Clin Sleep Med. 2019;15(2):293–299.
Source: Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine : JCSM - Category: Sleep Medicine Source Type: research