Mean Oxygen Saturation during Sleep Is Related to Specific Brain Atrophy Pattern
AbstractObjective: There is much controversy about the neurobiological mechanisms underlying the effects of sleep-disordered breathing on the brain. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between markers of sleep-related hypoxemia and brain anatomy. Methods: We used data from a large-scale cohort from the general population (n = 775, 50.6% males, age range […]
Researchers identify genetic variations linked to oxygen drops during sleep
Researchers have identified 57 genetic variations of a gene strongly associated with declines in blood oxygen levels during sleep. Low oxygen levels during sleep are a clinical indicator of the severity of sleep apnea, a disorder that increases the risk of heart disease, dementia, and death. The study, published today in the American Journal of […]
