CPAP fails to improve cardiovascular outcomes in OSA

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with increased cardiovascular events in observational studies. Randomized trials have demonstrated continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy reduces blood pressure, markers of oxidative stress and insulin insensitivity.  Yet, it remains unclear whether treatment with CPAP reduces cardiovascular events.  In the largest study of its kind, 2717 patients aged 45 […]

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