Awareness is increasing about the dangers of sleep apnea. Risk of stroke and cardiovascular events are a couple of the serious impacts of this condition. But what about the impacts of apnea on a patient undergoing surgery for an unrelated condition?
A recent article in US News & World Report highlights the surgery-related risks of sleep [...]
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For sufferers of sleep apnea, the impact of the condition on their life can be substantial. The condition results in frequent waking during the night with shortness of breath, severe tiredness during the day and disruption of sleep for their sleep partner.
Current medical guidelines indicate use of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), along with weight [...]
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