Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the go-to treatment for most with sleep apnea, but a new study shows it may not help people older than 80.
Eric Maze-Missouri •
futurity
Feb. 10, 2022
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~4 min
People with obstructive sleep apnea have a higher risk of sudden death and also of hypertension, coronary artery disease, and congestive heart failure.
Barbara Schindo-Penn State •
futurity
Aug. 10, 2021
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~5 min
Children with obstructive sleep apnea are nearly three times more likely to have high blood pressure as teenagers. But growing out of it negates the risk.
Zachary Sweger-Penn State •
futurity
July 16, 2021
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~7 min