Introduction: Sleep apnea is a chronic, disabling disorder that has alarming consequences,
since its pathophysiological mechanism implies changes in respiratory control. It consists of …

The purpose of the study was to analyze literature sources examining current views on the
relationship between obstructive sleep apnea syndrome and obesity in order to improve …

Abstract Background: Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) is a consequence of a
reduced area at the upper respiratory tract that leads to obstruction and cessation of airflow …

To evaluate correlated pathophysiologies, sex differences, and comorbidities associated
with Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea Syndrome. This is a literature review based on …

Paciente com Obesidade (OB) apresentam alto risco de desenvolver a síndrome da apneia-
hipopneia obstrutiva do sono (SAHOS) e vice-versa. Entretanto, o diagnóstico da OB …

A apneia obstrutiva do sono (AOS) é caracterizada pela obstrução total (apneia) ou parcial
(hipopneia) das vias aéreas superiores durante o sono com duração mínima de 10 …

Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common disorder of repetitive pharyngeal
collapse during sleep. It is more common among middle-aged adults. Obesity leads to and …

Introduction: The obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS) is a condition
particularly prevalent in obese middle-aged men; it is characterized by repeated episodes of …

Sleep disordered breathing is a common chronic condition in the general population. This
review will highlight the prevalence of different types of sleep apnea in general and …

The obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSA) is a clinical entity characterized by recurring
episodes of apnea and/or hypopnea during sleep, due to a total or partial collapse …