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A 67-Year-Old Woman With Unexplained Nocturnal Hypoxemia
Kaveh Gaynor-Sodeifi1, Erin Eschbach2, David M Rapoport1
1Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, New York, NY.
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|August 10, 2025
Summary
This case study discusses a 67-year-old woman with persistent insomnia despite cognitive behavioral therapy. It highlights her sleep maintenance issues and daytime sleepiness, prompting further investigation into underlying causes.
Area of Science:
- Sleep Medicine
- Clinical Case Study
Background:
- A 67-year-old woman presents with persistent insomnia, specifically sleep maintenance difficulties and nighttime awakenings.
- Previous treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) yielded no improvement in symptoms.
Observation:
- The patient reports occasional daytime sleepiness (Epworth Sleepiness Score of 11/24).
- She denies snoring or witnessed apneas, suggesting conditions like obstructive sleep apnea are less likely.
- Her medical history includes anxiety, depression, and chronic pain, managed with multiple psychotropic medications.
Findings:
- Despite no classic sleep apnea symptoms, significant daytime sleepiness warrants further evaluation.
- The patient's complex medical history and medication regimen may contribute to sleep disturbances.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of a comprehensive sleep evaluation, even in the absence of typical sleep disorder indicators.
- Further investigation is needed to identify the underlying cause of insomnia and daytime sleepiness in this patient.
- Personalized treatment strategies are crucial for managing refractory insomnia in patients with comorbid conditions.
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