1. In this systematic review and meta-analysis, patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) had lower 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-OHD) levels and a higher prevalence of vitamin D deficiency than those without OSA. 2. However, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment was not associated with significant changes in serum 25-OHD levels in patients with OSA. Evidence Rating
Physical activity can improve sleep quality and sleep disorder outcomes 1. This systematic review found that all studies reported an association between physical activity and improved sleep quality and reduced severity of sleep disorders. 2. However, physical activity duration, time, and frequency were important. High-intensity physical activity for more than 90 minutes was associated with
Minimally invasive surfactant therapy had mixed results in a 2-year follow-up study of a randomized clinical trial of preterm infants with respiratory distress syndrome who were supported with CPAP.
Primary care physicians play a pivotal role in identifying patients afflicted by obstructive sleep apnea. To effectively diagnose, increasing awareness and enhancing communication are imperative.