Association between childhood obstructive sleep apnoea and risk of early osteoporosis

Volume: 54
Published: Sep 28, 2019
Abstract
Background: Obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome(OSAS) is the most common form of sleep disordered breathing affecting 2-4% children. Repetitive episodes of hypoxia may affect changes in bone metabolism. We aim to study the association of children with OSAS and risk of early osteoporosis. null Methods: 86 children between 10-17 years-old suspected of having OSAS and 64 children without OSAS(control group) were included. Polysomnography was...
Paper Details
Title
Association between childhood obstructive sleep apnoea and risk of early osteoporosis
Published Date
Sep 28, 2019
Volume
54
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