Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to 71% Increased Risk of Heart Attacks and Stroke
People With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Have 71% Higher Risk Of Heart Attacks, Stroke And Death: Study
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A recent study reveals that individuals with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) face a 71% higher risk of cardiovascular events and death compared to those without the condition. The research emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and obesity management, particularly among the 40-70% of OSA patients who are also obese.
- 01Individuals with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have a 71% higher risk of cardiovascular events and all-cause mortality.
- 02The study involved 2.9 million electronic health records, making it the largest matched case-control study of OSA outside the US.
- 03Approximately 40-70% of people with OSA are also living with obesity.
- 04The findings highlight the need for effective obesity management and early screening for OSA.
- 05The research will be presented at the European Congress on Obesity in Istanbul, Turkey, from May 12-15, 2026.
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A new study has found that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular events (CVEs) and death. Specifically, individuals with OSA are at a 71% higher risk compared to those without the condition. Conducted using electronic health records from 2.9 million residents, the research highlights the prevalence of obesity among OSA patients, with 40-70% of them also classified as obese. This study, which is the largest of its kind outside the United States, emphasizes the critical need for effective management of obesity and the importance of early diagnosis of OSA. The findings will be presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2026) in Istanbul, Turkey, from May 12-15, 2026. Co-author Heather Fitzke from Imperial College Health Partners in London stated that the study underscores the heightened cardiovascular risks associated with OSA, particularly in adults with obesity.
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The findings suggest that individuals with obstructive sleep apnea should be screened for obesity and cardiovascular risks, which could lead to improved health outcomes through early intervention.
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