Positive airway pressure (PAP) is the treatment of choice for patients with moderate-to-
severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Randomized controlled trials have demonstrated that
PAP can effectively reduce the apnea-hypopnea index and improve subjective and objective
sleepiness. Some studies have also demonstrated benefits in sleep quality and quality of life
for both the patient and bed partner. Observational studies have shown a reduction in the
risk of cardiovascular events in OSA patients treated with PAP compared to untreated …