Sleep and Stroke.
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2013-07
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Abstract
Circadian variations in conjunction with sleep-related heart rhythm changes and sleep
disordered breathing (SDB) are contributing risk factors for stroke. Strong scientific
evidence now exists indicating that SDB contributes to systemic hypertension, a
prominent risk factor for stroke, and compelling circumstantial evidence is present
suggesting that SDB raises the risk for development of stroke through other circulatory
mechanisms as well. Preliminary evidence indicates that post-stroke patients have a
higher prevalence of SDB, which is likely to compromise their rehabilitation outcomes.
Since SDB is modifiable with the application of CPAP and other treatment modalities,
there is practical value in investigating patients at risk of stroke or post stroke for
presence of SDB. Successful application of CPAP or BiPAP therapy may improve the
outcome in both instances.
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Sleep, Stroke, SDB, CPAP
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Srivastava M V Padma. Sleep and Stroke. Annals of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (India). 2013 Jul-Dec; 49(3&4): 169-176.