Connexins and Atrial Fibrillation in Obstructive Sleep Apnea

To summarize the potential interactions between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), atrial fibrillation (AF), and connexins.OSA is highly prevalent in patients with cardiovascular disease, and is associated with increased risk for end-organ substantial morbidities linked to autonomic nervous system imbalance, increased oxidative stress and inflammation, ultimately leading to reduced life expectancy. Epidemiological studies indicate that OSA is...