Increased Alzheimer’s Biomarkers With Sleep Disordered Breathing, OSA
In patients with mild cognitive impairment, there is an association between obstructive sleep apnea and beta-amyloid levels.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Videotaped OSA Increases CPAP Adherence After Viewing
Watching a tape of themselves struggling to sleep increases CPAP adherence in patients with OSA.
SomnaPatch Effective in Diagnosing Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Researchers simultaneously examined overnight polysomnography and patch recordings to determine the efficacy of the SomnaPatch.
Case Report: Serious Skin Rash With Sleep Disorder Tx
A patient developed Stevens-Johnson Syndrome following armodafinil therapy for daytime sleepiness.
Cannabinoids: A Potential Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Research presented at SLEEP 2017 suggests that dronabinol, previously used to treat chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, may be an effective treatment for sleep apnea.
Low Rates of Sleep Apnea Reported Among Elderly
From 1993 to 2011 there is an increased number of documented visits for SA by specials and a decreased number of visits by primary care providers.
High Prevalence of Undiagnosed Sleep Apnea, Insomnia in African Americans
Three in 4 study participants had sleep apnea, but only 2.1% of those cases were diagnosed.
Sleep Apnea During Pregnancy Increases Risk for Complications
Risk for serious pregnancy complications, length of hospital stay, and intensive care unit admission are higher in in women with obstructive sleep apnea.
