The Weighted Combination of the Epworth Sleepiness Scale and the STOP-Bang Questionnaire Improved the Predictive Value of for OSAHS in Hypertensive Patients.

The weighted combination of ESS and SBQ could improve the diagnostic ability of OSAHS in patients with hypertension, not only in the accuracy and sensitivity, but also for its easy procedure and accessibility and in hospital. Therefore, the weighted combination approach of ESS and SBQ is promising for OSAHS screening.