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Shengli Ma1, Xue Rui2, Peiyi Qi3
1Department of Emergency, Institute of Clinic Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, No. 1 Jian She Dong Avenue, Zhengzhou, 450002, People's Republic of China. msl04301617@126.com.
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|October 13, 2016
Summary
Poor sleep affects over 60% of multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. Female gender, antidepressant use, and psychological burden are key risk factors for sleep disorders in MS.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Sleep Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Poor sleep quality is a prevalent issue among individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).
- Understanding the factors contributing to sleep disturbances in MS is crucial for improving patient well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of poor sleep in patients with MS.
- To identify sociodemographic and clinical factors associated with poor sleep quality in MS patients.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was administered to 231 MS patients and 265 controls.
- The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) assessed sleep quality.
- Data on demographics, daytime sleepiness (Epworth Sleepiness Scale), insomnia, pain, depression, and fatigue were collected.
Main Results:
- The prevalence of poor sleep among MS patients was 64.9%.
- Factors significantly associated with poor sleep included female gender, antidepressant use, insomnia, fatigue, excessive daytime sleepiness, pain, and depression.
- Multivariate analysis identified female gender, antidepressant treatment, and psychological burden as independent risk factors.
Conclusions:
- Poor sleep is significantly more common in MS patients compared to the general population.
- Routine screening for sleep disorders is recommended for MS patients to enhance their quality of life.
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