[Sleep apnea and ocular diseases].
Zhonghua Yan Ke Za Zhi
; 60(3): 296-302, 2024 Mar 11.
Article
in Zh
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38462381
ABSTRACT
Sleep apnea presents as recurrent respiratory arrests or shallow breathing during sleep, resulting in decreased oxygen saturation and sleep disruption. Among its various types, obstructive sleep apnea is the most common. Over the past few decades, the prevalence of sleep apnea has been on the rise, drawing increasing attention, particularly with the growing obesity and aging population. Prolonged exposure to a hypoxic environment due to sleep apnea not only damages multiple systems throughout the body but may also pose a threat to vision. Examining the relationship between sleep apnea and ocular diseases, along with exploring its pathogenesis, has become a prominent research topic in recent years. This article provides a comprehensive review of the existing literature concerning the correlation between sleep apnea and ocular diseases such as glaucoma, optic nerve diseases, retinal and choroidal diseases, and anterior eye segment diseases. In clinical practice, prioritizing early screening and treatment for sleep apnea is crucial to prevent the worsening of associated ophthalmic conditions.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Sleep Apnea Syndromes
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Optic Nerve Diseases
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Glaucoma
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Sleep Apnea, Obstructive
Limits:
Aged
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Humans
Language:
Zh
Journal:
Zhonghua Yan Ke Za Zhi
Year:
2024
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
China