Publications by authors named "C Dal-Fabbro"

Article Synopsis
  • Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness due to the destruction of acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction.
  • Treatment for patients with both MG and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) often includes positive pressure airway therapy, but adherence to this treatment can be challenging, leading to worse health outcomes.
  • This report focuses on a case study of a 50-year-old man with MG and OSA, examining how he responded to various treatment methods.
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Sleep-related bruxism (SRB) is a motor oral behavior characterized by tooth grinding and jaw clenching activity, reported by 8%-12% of the adult general population and 3% of older individuals. The frequency of one of its biomarkers, rhythmic masticatory muscle activity (RMMA), remains elevated across ages. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with the brief and repetitive pause of breathing (apnea) and with transient reduction in oxygen (hypoxia).

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The World Health Organization recognizes sexual health as not merely the absence of disease, but a state of physical, mental, and social well-being in relation to one's sexuality. Achieving sexual satisfaction is pivotal for many individuals, as it significantly contributes to their quality of life. Among various sexual disorders, erectile dysfunction (ED) is notably prevalent, affecting an estimated 10-20 million men in the United States alone.

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Sleep bruxism (SB) has been associated with biological and psychosocial factors. The assessment of SB includes self-report, clinical evaluation, and polysomnography. This study aimed to investigate the associations of self-reported SB with other sleep disorders and demographic, psychological, and lifestyle factors in the adult general population, and to investigate whether self-reported SB and polysomnographically (PSG) confirmed SB provide similar outcomes in terms of their associated factors.

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