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Impact of obstructive sleep apnoea on diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Abstract
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a potential cause of systemic hypertension in young and middle-aged people, and treatment helps reduce blood pressure in some patients. Severe OSA (apnoea-hypopnoea index [AHI] > 30/h) is strongly associated with increased mortality, stroke and cardiovascular disease in middle-aged populations. The cardiovascular risk from moderate OSA (AHI, 15-30/h) is uncertain, particularly if the oxygen desaturation index is low, although the data suggest an increased risk for stroke (particularly in men). There is no evidence of increased cardiovascular risk from mild OSA (AHI &l...
Source: Med J Aust - October 21, 2013 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Hamilton GS, Naughton MT Tags: Med J Aust Source Type: research
