Publications by authors named "Khian Lu Chong"
Ir J Med Sci
February 2024
Article Synopsis
- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a significant health concern, particularly for individuals with hypertension, as over 50% of hypertensive patients are affected by it, yet there’s limited research on this relationship.
- This study conducted in Sarawak screened 410 hypertensive patients using the STOP-Bang questionnaire and found a prevalence of 54.4% for probable OSA, highlighting the need for awareness among healthcare providers.
- Factors such as smoking, being a retiree, and belonging to the Chinese ethnicity were found to significantly increase the likelihood of having probable OSA, suggesting targeted interventions may be necessary to manage this risk in hypertensive patients.
