Can 6-minute walk test predict severity of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome?

Abstract Background When considering the benefits of the 6-min walking test (6-MWT) in research fields and the need of treatment for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients, research in this field is of great advantage and may have a significant role in therapeutic grounds. Methods...

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Main Authors: Parisa Adimi Naghan, Oldooz Aloosh, Hamze Ali Torang, Majid Malekmohammad
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-09-01
Series:Sleep Science and Practice
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s41606-017-0018-3