Effects of surgery for obstructive sleep apnea on cognitive function and driving performance - Alkan U, Nachalon Y, Ritter A, Feinmesser R, Gilat H, Bachar G.

BACKGROUND: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with a significantly increased risk of motor vehicle accidents in addition to such cognitive impairments as attention and memory deficits. The aim of the study was to examine the effect of upper air...
Source: SafetyLit - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Distraction, Fatigue, Chronobiology, Vigilance, Workload Source Type: news