Identifying High-Risk Individuals for Sleep Apnea in Pakistan
Author Information
Author(s): Taj Fawad, Aly Zarmeneh, Kassi Mahwash, Ahmed Mansoor
Primary Institution: Aga Khan University
Hypothesis
What is the prevalence of individuals at high risk for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) in a Pakistani population?
Conclusion
A significant proportion of the population is at high-risk for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS).
Supporting Evidence
- The overall prevalence of individuals who were high risk for sleep apnea was 10%.
- 24.9% of participants reported snoring, with a higher prevalence among males.
- Hypertension was reported by 7.8% of participants, significantly more common in the high-risk group.
Takeaway
Many people in Pakistan might have a serious sleep problem called sleep apnea, which can make them very sleepy during the day and is linked to other health issues.
Methodology
A cross-sectional survey using the Berlin questionnaire was conducted among 450 individuals at a tertiary care hospital.
Potential Biases
Convenience sampling may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Limitations
The study was conducted at a single hospital and may not represent the entire population of Pakistan.
Participant Demographics
The study included 418 individuals, with 63.2% males and a mean age of 30.4 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.0001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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