Differences in respiratory arousal threshold in Caucasian and Chinese patients with obstructive sleep apnoea.

Richard W W LeeKate SutherlandScott A SandsBradley A EdwardsTat On ChanSusanna S S NgDavid S HuiPeter A Cistulli

Published in: Respirology (Carlton, Vic.) (2017)

Compared to Caucasians with severe OSA, a low respiratory ArTh appears to be a less common pathophysiological mechanism in Chinese patients. Caucasians with less severe anatomical compromise exhibit evidence of a lower ArTh, an association which is absent in Chinese patients. Our data suggest that OSA mechanisms may vary across racial groups.

Keyphrases

positive airway pressure
obstructive sleep apnea
early onset
african american
sleep apnea
electronic health record
physical activity
respiratory tract
sleep quality
depressive symptoms