Changes in oxygen partial pressure of brain tissue in an animal model of obstructive apnea

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Cognitive impairment is one of the main consequences of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and is usually attributed in part to the oxidative stress caused by intermittent hypoxia in cerebral tissues. The presence of oxygen-reactive speci...

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Main Authors: Torres Marta, Montserrat Josep M, Almendros Isaac, González Constancio, Navajas Daniel, Farré Ramon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-01-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Online Access:http://respiratory-research.com/content/11/1/3