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A Hospital Based Preliminary Report On Sleep Disordered Breathing In Pakistani Population, R Haqqee, S F. Hussain, M Mujib, H R. Ahmad
A Hospital Based Preliminary Report On Sleep Disordered Breathing In Pakistani Population, R Haqqee, S F. Hussain, M Mujib, H R. Ahmad
Section of Pulmonary & Critical Care
Background: Sleep Disordered Breathing is an important medical condition leading to significant morbidity and mortality. Western studies have shown its prevalence in middle age to be 9% in women and 24% in men. The aim of this study was to have a preliminary assessment on the frequency of Sleep Disordered Breathing in Pakistani subjects.
METHOD: Patients attending a medical clinic were surveyed. A sleep questionnaire elicited information about snoring, witnessed apnea, nocturnal choking and excessive daytime sleepiness. Data were recorded for age, height, collar size and weight. Epworth Sleepiness Scale was used to assess excessive daytime sleepiness. Statistical analysis …