Evaluation of comorbid diseases in obstructive sleep apnea syndrome.

Fatma Ger Akarsu Demet Ilhan Algin Oğuz Osman Erdinç

Published in: Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992) (2023)

Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome patients should be screened for diseases, especially in the cardiovascular system, that cause serious morbidity and impair functionality such as dementia and depression. We believe that many comorbid diseases encountered in obstructive sleep apnea syndrome patients can be prevented with early diagnosis and continuous positive airway pressure treatment.

Keyphrases

obstructive sleep apnea
positive airway pressure
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
depressive symptoms
physical activity