The effectiveness of continuous positive airway pressure for treating obstructive sleep apnoea in pregnancy: A systematic review.

Rachael Nugent Amanda Wee Lauren Kearney Caroline M de Costa

Published in: The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology (2023)

Treatment of OSA with CPAP in pregnancy may reduce hypertension and, preterm birth, and may increase neonatal birthweight. However, more rigorous definitive trial evidence is required to adequately assess the indication, efficacy, and applications of CPAP treatment in pregnancy.

Keyphrases

positive airway pressure
preterm birth
obstructive sleep apnea
sleep apnea
gestational age
low birth weight
blood pressure
clinical trial
pregnancy outcomes
physical activity
study protocol
depressive symptoms
phase iii
open label
sleep quality
locally advanced
replacement therapy
rectal cancer
phase ii