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Machine Learning-Based Multidimensional Oximetry for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Screening: Development and External

Xuanyu Qian^1,2, Haitong Luo¹, Rong Ding³

¹Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.

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|May 8, 2026

Summary

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A new machine learning model using pulse oximetry data accurately screens for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This accessible tool, based on oxygen desaturation index (ODI) and hypoxic burden (HB), improves OSA risk identification.

Keywords:

CatBoost categorical boosting machine learning multi-parameter oximetry obstructive sleep apnea pulse oximetry screening

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Area of Science:

Sleep Medicine
Biomedical Engineering
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

Background:

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects nearly one billion people globally, representing a significant public health challenge.
There is a critical need for effective and accessible methods for identifying individuals at risk of OSA.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and externally validate a machine learning model using multi-parameter pulse oximetry (SpO2) for OSA screening.
To evaluate the model's performance, interpretability, and robustness across different sex and age groups.

Main Methods:

Utilized eight SpO2-derived parameters, including oxygen desaturation index (ODI) and hypoxic burden (HB), from 2195 participants (internal) and 446 (external).
Trained six machine learning algorithms, prioritizing F1-score and area under the curve, with Shapley additive explanations for interpretability.

Main Results:

A 4-parameter model (ODI-HB-MinSpO2-ST90) demonstrated optimal performance (F1-score=0.9516, AUC=0.9879), outperforming single-parameter models.
Categorical boosting algorithm showed superior performance and robustness, with ODI, HB, and MinSpO2 identified as key predictors.
Sex- and age-specific model configurations improved performance in certain subgroups.

Conclusions:

A multi-parameter oximetry model using categorical boosting offers a simple, accurate tool for OSA screening.
Sex- and age-stratified approaches can enhance the clinical utility of this OSA screening tool.