Introduction Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is difficult to manage for those who are intolerant
or noncompliant with standard facial mask treatment options. Current treatment options do …

Maximal aerobic capacity is a strong health predictor and peak oxygen consumption (V′
O2peak) is considered a reflection of total body health. No systematic reviews or meta …

Study Objectives: To investigate whether low levels of physical activity were associated with
an increased occurrence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), OSA-related symptoms, and …

Breathlessness on exertion is common in people with obesity. Assessments of
breathlessness may include sensation (intensity, sensory quality or unpleasantness) and/or …

Background Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) predisposes individuals to cardiovascular
morbidity, and cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET) markers prognostic for cardiovascular …

Objective and background Impaired cerebral blood flow and cerebrovascular reactivity to
hypercapnia during wakefulness at rest as well as reduced exercise tolerance have been …

Introduction Although recent trials have shown benefits of weight loss and lifestyle
interventions on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) severity and comorbidities, the effect of …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome
(OSA) are common conditions that often coexist [Overlap syndrome (OS)]. OS has important …

Study Objectives: Exercise capacity is impaired in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). There are
conflicting reports on the effect of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) on maximal …

Purpose Patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) frequently complain of exertional
dyspnea. We aimed to assess its related factors and the significance of its measurement in …