Evaluation of blood pressure control in an obstructive sleep apnea population followed in cardiology.

Objective: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common factor involved in uncontrolled blood pressure (BP). Management of OSA is part of cardiologist work. We have few data on BP control in a population of OSA followed by cardiologists.

Clinical significance of unsuspected rise in cardiac troponin in the setting of falls in older people.

Objectives: To assess the clinical significance of unsuspected rise in cardiac troponin I (cTnI) levels in elderly patients who have fallen.

Design: Monocentre prospective observational pilot study.

Participants: Consecutive elderly patients (age >65 years) referred to the emergency department after being immobilised on the ground after a fall.