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Association between obstructive sleep apnea and glaucoma.
1Department of Family Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Kor.
Korean Journal of Family Medicine
|March 25, 2024
Summary
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is linked to a higher risk of glaucoma and elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). This study confirms a significant association between OSA risk and glaucoma indicators.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Sleep Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and glaucoma are significant global health concerns.
- The relationship between OSA and glaucoma requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and glaucoma.
- To analyze the correlation between OSA risk and glaucoma prevalence and intraocular pressure (IOP).
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study using data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2019-2021).
- STOP-Bang questionnaire for OSA risk assessment in individuals aged ≥40 years.
- Logistic and linear regression analyses adjusted for confounders to assess the relationship between STOP-Bang scores and glaucoma indicators (prevalence and IOP).
Main Results:
- Increased STOP-Bang score correlated with a higher risk of glaucoma (OR=1.097, P=0.044).
- A significant positive relationship was found between STOP-Bang score and intraocular pressure (IOP) (β=0.171, P<0.001) after adjusting for confounders.
Conclusions:
- Findings indicate a significant positive association between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) risk and both glaucoma likelihood and elevated intraocular pressure (IOP).
- This suggests a potential link between sleep apnea and ocular health, warranting further research and clinical consideration.
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