Obstructive sleep apnea hypopnea syndrome and metabolic syndrome: a synergistic cardiovascular risk factor.

摘要

Providers need to screen patients routinely for both metabolic syndrome and OSAHS. Treatment should include CPAP, weight reduction, oral appliances, and/or upper airway surgeries with concurrent management for metabolic syndrome. Future research should further elucidate the mechanisms of action by which OSAHA and metabolic syndrome contribute to CVD. This understanding can lead to more stringent guidelines on the management of metabolic syndrome and OSAHS.