Obstructive Sleep Apnea-OSA

Obstructive Sleep Apnea as a Potential Risk Factor for COVID-19: Expert Interview

By

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

Obstructive sleep apnea may represent another important variable contributing to increased risk related to COVID-19.

The Relationship Between OSA and Mood Disorders, Cognitive Impairment

By

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

Common comorbidities in OSA such as cardiovascular disease and metabolic abnormalities, may confer a higher risk for the development of mental and cognitive impairment in patients with OSA compared with the general population.

Cardiovascular Risk in Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea: What Do We Know?

By

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

A panel of 4 clinicians with experience in pediatric pulmonology discuss current research findings and gaps in studies of pediatric obstructive sleep apnea, particularly regarding cardiovascular risk.

Increased BMI in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea After CPAP Treatment

By

Sheila Jacobs

In patients with obstructive sleep apnea, BMI values increased significantly following CPAP therapy.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Associated With Specific Indicators of Aging

By

Kerry Leupold, DO

Obstructive sleep apnea in young patients results in pathophysiologic changes associated with aging.

Solriamfetol Improves Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Obstructive Sleep Apnea

By

Virginia A. Schad, PharmD, RPh

Solriamfetol, a dopamine-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, improves excessive daytime sleepiness in OSA regardless of primary OSA therapy adherence.

Modified High-Risk OSA May Increase Risk of Clinical Worsening in COVID-19

By

Sheila Jacobs

Patients with COVID-19 who have modified high-risk obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are at increased risk for delayed clinical improvement compared with patients who have modified low-risk OSA.

Overnight Pulse Oximetry for Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation Titration in OSA

By

Brandon May

Investigators assessed the addition of pulse-oximetry to self-reported improvements during hypoglossal nerve stimulation home titration for patients with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea.