Epidemiology of obstructive sleep apnea: a population health perspective.

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Summary

Evidence from methodologically strong cohort studies indicates that undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea, with or without symptoms, is independently associated with increased likelihood of hypertension, cardiovascular disease, stroke, daytime sleepiness, motor vehicle accidents, and diminished quality of life.

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review
Published
2002-05-01
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Keywords

Medicine, Obstructive sleep apnea, Overweight, Obesity, Sleep apnea

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