Changes in lipid levels in patients with obstructive sleep apnea

Natl J Physiol Pharm Pharmacol. 2023; 13(2023, Vol: 13, Issue: 8): 1751-1755

doi: 10.5455/njppp.2023.13.05268202326062023

Aneesh K V.

Abstract
Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterized by recurrent episodes of upper airway obstructions during sleep. This leads to the dysfunction of many systems, especially the cardiovascular system. A few recent studies suggest that OSA is independently associated with dyslipidemia. Aims and Objectives: The current study aimed to determine to what extent OSA is independently contributing to changes in lipid levels. Materials and Methods: Polysomnography was done for patients with OSA symptoms and were grouped into – OSA patients (AHI [apnea-hypopnea index] ≥5) and controls (AHI Key words: Obstructive Sleep Apnea; Sleep Apnea; Dyslipidemia; Lipid Profile; Sleep Fragmentation