Increased platelet activation in sleep apnea subjects with intermittent hypoxemia

ConclusionsIncreased platelet activation was present in otherwise healthy subjects with intermittent nocturnal hypoxemia due to underlying OSA. This prothrombotic milieu in the vasculature is likely a key contributing factor toward development of thrombosis and cardiovascular disease.Trial registrationNCT00859950
Source: Sleep and Breathing - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research