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  • Gerontology
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Disease

Background:

  • Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is a prevalent condition in the elderly population.
  • Growing evidence links SDB in older adults to adverse cardiovascular, neurocognitive, and metabolic outcomes.
  • Despite its prevalence, significant knowledge gaps exist in SDB diagnosis, consequences, and treatment for this demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current evidence on the management of sleep-disordered breathing in older adults.
  • To identify critical areas for future research in the field of geriatric SDB.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current evidence.
  • Synthesis of findings on SDB diagnosis, consequences, and treatment in older adults.
  • Identification of knowledge gaps and future research directions.

Main Results:

  • The review consolidates existing knowledge on SDB management in older individuals.
  • Key challenges and unanswered questions in the diagnosis and treatment of SDB in this population are highlighted.
  • Specific areas requiring further investigation are identified.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management strategies for SDB in older adults are crucial due to its high prevalence and associated risks.
  • Further research is essential to address the existing gaps in understanding and treating SDB in the elderly.
  • Addressing these knowledge gaps will improve clinical care and patient outcomes for older adults with SDB.