Risk stratification by sex and menopausal status in the multivariable apnea prediction index.

Jonna L MorrisStaci OrbellPaul W ScottChristopher C ImesBomin JeonLynn M BaniakLora E BurkeEileen R Chasens

Published in: Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung (2022)

Because women's risk for OSA (AHI ≥ 10) was underestimated by the MAP index, we suggest the use of tailored cut points based on sex and menopausal status or assessing for OSA risk with an AHI of ≥ 5.

Keyphrases

obstructive sleep apnea
positive airway pressure
type diabetes
pregnant women
adipose tissue
breast cancer risk
high density