Risk of obstructive sleep apnea among patients with Cushing's syndrome: a nationwide longitudinal study
Journal
Sleep Medicine
Journal Volume
36
Pages
44-47
Date Issued
2017
Author(s)
Wang L.-U.
Bai Y.-M.
Hsu J.-W.
Huang K.-L.
Su T.-P.
Li C.-T.
Lin W.-C.
Chen T.-J.
Chen M.-H.
Abstract
Our study was the first longitudinal study to support the temporal association between CS and risk of OSA. Patients with CS were associated with an increased likelihood of OSA. Further studies would be required to investigate the exact underlying mechanisms between CS and OSA, and elucidate whether the prompt intervention for CS may reduce the risk of subsequent OSA.
Type
journal article