Pathophysiologic Mechanisms of Cardiovascular Disease in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a highly prevalent sleep disorder, characterized by repeated disruptions of breathing during sleep. This disease has many potential consequences including excessive daytime sleepiness, neurocognitive deterioration, endocrinologic and metabolic effects, and...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2013-01-01
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Series: | Pulmonary Medicine |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/521087 |