Undiagnosed sleep apnea is a major cardiovascular disease risk factor, making the link between sleep apnea and cardiac health a hot topic in healthcare. Read ZOLL Itamar Cardio Sleep Blog for the latest industry news and medical research related to sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment.
Several groups have reported qualitative associations between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and coronary plaque1-3; however, a recent study published in Chest4 provides a compelling set
A recent article in Medical News Today reported on the connection among obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), systemic hypertension (SH), and the gut microbiome.1 OSA and
As many as 3 in 4 patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib) have obstructive sleep apnea.1 While treatments such as continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) can
Multiple reports show that obstructive sleep apnea reduces the efficacy of catheter ablation treatment for atrial fibrillation.1-5 Indeed, severe obstructive sleep apnea is an independent
A post hoc analysis of the Randomized Intervention with CPAP in Coronary Artery Disease and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (RICCADSA) trial (Trial Registry: ClinicalTrials.gov; No: NCT
Central sleep apnea is common among patients with chronic heart failure with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (HFrEF), affecting about a third of patients.1,2 Indeed,
On-pump vs. off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) Off-pump CABG avoids complications that can arise with the cardiopulmonary bypass and manipulation of the aorta. Thus,
Sleep-disordered breathing and heart failure appear to have a bidirectional relationship.1 Obstructive sleep apnea is an independent risk factor to develop heart failure2. Of patients
2021 AHA Recommendations on Obstructive Sleep apnea The American Heart Association released a new Scientific Statement on Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Cardiovascular Disease on
Gestational diabetes can have short- and long-term consequences for the health of the mother and the fetus. Mothers are more likely to experience preeclampsia during
CPAP Reduces Long-Term Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Multiple lines of research show patients with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea are
Optimal management of OSA may be considered to reduce AF incidence, progression, recurrences, and symptoms. Screening for AF should be considered in patients with OSA.