Review of Echocardiographic Findings in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) causes recurrent apneas due to upper respiratory tract collapse, leading to sympathetic nervous system hyperactivation and increased cardiovascular risk. Moderate and severe forms of obstructive sleep apnea are associated with increased atrial volumes and affect left ve...
Main Authors: | Radu Sascău, Ioana Mădălina Zota, Cristian Stătescu, Daniela Boișteanu, Mihai Roca, Alexandra Maștaleru, Maria Magdalena Leon Constantin, Teodor Flaviu Vasilcu, Radu Sebastian Gavril, Florin Mitu |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2018-01-01
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Series: | Canadian Respiratory Journal |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/1206217 |
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