Impact of obstructive sleep apnea on perioperative complications among patients undergoing hysterectomy: a population-based analysis

摘要

Introduction: Although obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a known risk factor for perioperative complications in various patient cohorts data is lacking for patients undergoing hysterectomies, one of the most frequently performed surgeries among women. Using national data we therefore aimed to assess the risk in this patient group.