Association of Depression with Long-Term Cardiovascular Risks in Older Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Zhe Zhao,
Yinghui Gao,
Junling Lin
et al.
Abstract:Introduction
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Depression is a crucial factor among the various factors that are associated with OSA and CVD.
Purpose
This study was conducted with an aim to assess the prognostic significance of depression on the MACE in older patients with OSA.
Patients and Methods
1106 older patients with OSA, without myocardial infarction (MI), history of hos… Show more
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