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[Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Pregnancy]

Yong-Li Liu1, Rong Huang2

  • 1Department of Pulmonary Medicine,Yuncheng Yanhu District People's Hospital,Yuncheng,Shanxi 044000,China.

Zhongguo Yi Xue Ke Xue Yuan Xue Bao. Acta Academiae Medicinae Sinicae
|May 11, 2022
PubMed

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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is more common during pregnancy, especially with obesity. Early screening and diagnosis are crucial to prevent serious complications for both mother and baby.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Perinatology

Background:

  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) incidence is elevated in pregnant individuals compared to non-pregnant individuals.
  • Obesity is identified as a significant risk factor for developing OSA during pregnancy.
  • Pregnancy-associated OSA poses risks including multiple organ dysfunction and adverse outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the increased incidence and risks of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in pregnancy.
  • To emphasize the association of OSA in pregnancy with serious maternal and fetal complications.
  • To underscore the critical need for early screening and diagnosis of OSA in pregnant populations.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on obstructive sleep apnea in pregnancy.
  • Analysis of risk factors, including obesity.
  • Examination of associated maternal and fetal complications.

Main Results:

  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is more prevalent in pregnant women.
  • Obesity significantly increases the risk of OSA during pregnancy.
  • OSA in pregnancy is linked to hypertensive disorders, gestational diabetes, premature birth, and fetal growth restriction.

Conclusions:

  • Early detection and management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are vital during pregnancy.
  • Addressing OSA in pregnancy can mitigate risks of serious maternal and neonatal complications.
  • Screening for OSA should be considered in pregnant individuals, particularly those with risk factors like obesity.

Keywords:
hypertensionobesityobstructive sleep apneapregnancy

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