The Influence of Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome on the Outcomes of Patients With Diabetic Ketoacidosis.

Purpose: The effect of comorbid obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS) on hospitalized patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) has not been studied so far. This study elucidates the outcomes of DKA patients with OHS compared to those without OHS.

Methods: Patients above 18 years of age were included in the study.

Association Between Cushing's Syndrome and Sleep Apnea: Results From the National Inpatient Sample.

Background Cushing's syndrome is a metabolic disorder related to excess cortisol production. Patients with Cushing's syndrome are at risk for the development of other comorbid medical conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea has been well associated with endocrine disorders such as acromegaly and hypothyroidism.

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure vs Mandibular Advancement Devices in the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common sleep-related breathing disorder which has various treatment options, however, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) remains the gold standard. The aim of this meta-analysis is to compare the current first-line treatment of OSA, i.e.