The article discusses obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition marked by recurrent airway obstructions during sleep, causing interrupted breathing, oxygen deprivation, and disrupted sleep. OSA is prevalent, with around 34% of middle-aged men and 17% of women meeting diagnostic criteria. It's especially common in patients with hypertension, heart disease, pulmonary issues, atrial fibrillation, and stroke, affecting 40% to 80% of such cases. Despite its impact on cardiovascular health, OSA is frequently overlooked and undertreated in heart disease management. The authors recommend OSA screening for certain cardiovascular patients, suggesting interventions like continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and oral appliances, alongside follow-up sleep tests to assess treatment effectiveness.
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