[Atrial fibrillation and prolonged nocturnal cardiac arrests in a patient with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. Successful correction of disorders by CPAP therapy].

The case history of a 46-year-old patient with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome was analyzed. The examination revealed fourth-degree obesity, prior myocardial infarction, persistent atrial fibrillation with nocturnal asystoles lasting as long as 14.3 sec.