Do T90 and SaO 2 nadir identify a different phenotype in obstructive sleep apnea?

ConclusionThe findings demonstrate a correlation between SaO2 nadir< 75% and T90> 20% and increased severity of OSA. The findings also show a strong association between SaO2 nadir< 75% and T90> 20% and increased risk for comorbidities of HT and T2DM as well as mortality at 5 years. This analysis suggests that parameters of oxygenation should be used to describe a high-risk phenotype of OSA.

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Source: Sleep and Breathing - May 11, 2019 Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research