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Naweed A, Lechat B, Chapman J, Adams RJ, Ferguson SA, Casolin A, Reynolds AC. Reconsidering screening thresholds in health assessments for obstructive sleep apnea using operational and safety incident data. Sci Rep 2024; 14:10844. [PMID: 38735987 PMCID: PMC11089039 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-61118-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/14/2024] Open
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The rail industry in Australia screens workers for probable obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) due to known safety risks. However, existing criteria to trigger screening only identify a small proportion of workers with OSA. The current study sought to examine the relationship between OSA risk and rail incidents in real-world data from Australian train drivers, and conducted a proof of concept analysis to determine whether more conservative screening criteria are justified. Health assessment (2016-2018) and subsequent rail incident data (2016-2020) were collected from two passenger rail service providers. Predictors included OSA status (confirmed no OSA with a sleep study, controlled OSA, unknown OSA [no recorded sleep assessment data] and confirmed OSA with no indication of treatment); OSA risk according to the current Standard, and OSA risk according to more conservative clinical markers (BMI threshold and cardiometabolic burden). Coded rail safety incidents involving the train driver were included. Data were analysed using zero-inflated negative binomial models to account for over-dispersion with high 0 counts, and rail safety incidents are reported using Incidence Risk Ratios (IRRs). A total of 751 train drivers, typically middle-aged, overweight to obese and mostly men, were included in analyses. There were 43 (5.7%) drivers with confirmed OSA, 62 (8.2%) with controlled OSA, 13 (1.7%) with confirmed no OSA and 633 (84.4%) drivers with unknown OSA. Of the 633 train drivers with unknown OSA status, 21 (3.3%) met 'at risk' criteria for OSA according to the Standard, and incidents were 61% greater (IRR: 1.61, 95% Confidence Interval (CI) 1.02-2.56) in the years following their health assessment compared to drivers who did not meet 'at risk' criteria. A more conservative OSA risk status using lower BMI threshold and cardiometabolic burden identified an additional 30 'at risk' train drivers who had 46% greater incidents compared to drivers who did not meet risk criteria (IRR (95% CI) 1.46 (1.00-2.13)). Our more conservative OSA risk criteria identified more workers, with greater prospective incidents. These findings suggest that existing validated tools could be considered in future iterations of the Standard in order to more sensitively screen for OSA.
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- Anjum Naweed
- Appleton Institute for Behavioural Science, Central Queensland University, Wayville, SA, 5034, Australia.
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- Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute (Sleep Health), Flinders University, Bedford Park, Australia
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- Appleton Institute for Behavioural Science, Central Queensland University, Wayville, SA, 5034, Australia
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- Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute (Sleep Health), Flinders University, Bedford Park, Australia
- Respiratory, Sleep and Ventilation Service, Southern Adelaide Local Health Network, SA Health, Adelaide, Australia
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- Appleton Institute for Behavioural Science, Central Queensland University, Wayville, SA, 5034, Australia
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- Transport for NSW, Macquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia
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- Appleton Institute for Behavioural Science, Central Queensland University, Wayville, SA, 5034, Australia
- Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute (Sleep Health), Flinders University, Bedford Park, Australia
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Koseoglu HI, Pazarli AC, Kanbay A, Yakar Hİ, Aykun G, Demir O. NoSAS score predicts cardiovascular disease in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep Breath 2024; 28:87-93. [PMID: 37420146 DOI: 10.1007/s11325-023-02856-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 04/11/2023] [Accepted: 05/22/2023] [Indexed: 07/09/2023]
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PURPOSE The Lausanne NoSAS (Neck circumference, Obesity, Snoring, Age, Sex) score is a new tool for the identification of high-risk patients for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Up to now, no study has attempted to determine the role of NoSAS score in cardiovascular morbidity of patients with OSA. We aimed to investigate the relationships between NoSAS scores and CVD and also between severity of OSA, polysomnographic parameters, and NoSAS scores in patients with OSA. METHODS Patients with diagnosis of OSA by full-night polysomnography were recruited in the study. Based on apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) scores, the patients were categorized as OSA-negative (AHI < 5), mild OSA (5 ≤ AHI < 15), moderate OSA (15 ≤ AHI < 30), and severe OSA (AHI ≥ 30). The definition of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) included the presence of any of the diseases such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, or arrhythmia. RESULTS A total of 1514 patients including cases with 199 OSA-negative, 391 mild, 342 moderate, and 582 severe OSA were enrolled in the study. NoSAS scores were significantly different between mild, moderate, and severe OSA groups. NoSAS scores were negatively correlated with minimum oxygen saturation values and positively with AHI and ODI (oxygen desaturation index) values (P < 0.001). NoSAS scores were significantly higher in patients with CVD, diabetes mellitus, and cerebrovascular disease compared with those without (P < 0.005). NoSAS cut-off values for hypertension (14), congestive heart failure (8.5), coronary artery disease (9), cerebrovascular event (11), and diabetes mellitus (10) were also determined. CONCLUSION NoSAS scores are associated with CVD and the severity of OSA. NoSAS scores may be useful to predict CVD in patients with OSA.
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- Handan Inonu Koseoglu
- Department of Pulmonary Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University, 60100, Tokat, Turkey.
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- Department of Pulmonary Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University, 60100, Tokat, Turkey
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- Department of Pulmonary Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University, 60100, Tokat, Turkey
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- Department of Pulmonary Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University, 60100, Tokat, Turkey
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- Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics, Faculty of Medicine, Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University, Tokat, Turkey
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Menezes-Júnior LAAD, Fajardo VC, Neto RMDN, Freitas SND, Oliveira FLPD, Pimenta FAP, Machado-Coelho GLL, Meireles AL. The predictive values of BOAH and No-apnea score for screening obstructive sleep apnea in rotating shift worker drivers. Sleep Med X 2023; 6:100084. [PMID: 37711594 PMCID: PMC10497842 DOI: 10.1016/j.sleepx.2023.100084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2023] [Revised: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023] Open
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Objective To evaluate the BOAH (Body mass index, Observed apnea, Age, and Hypertension) and No-apnea score's diagnostic values for detecting obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) risk in shift workers. Methods Cross-sectional study with male rotating shift workers and drivers of heavy off-road machinery. The BOAH score is based on body mass index, witnessed apneas during sleep, age, and hypertension. The No-apnea score is based on neck circumference and age. Based on the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI), the severity of OSA was categorized as least mild OSA (AHI ≥5/h), moderate to severe OSA (AHI ≥15/h), and severe OSA (AHI ≥30/h). Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, and areas under the curve (AUC) were calculated. Results Among 119 workers evaluated, 84.0% had AHI ≥5, 46.2% had AHI ≥15, and 14.3% had AHI ≥30. BOAH score with 2 points for AHI ≥5, the AUC was 0.679, and sensitivity and specificity were 41.0% and 94.7%, respectively. No-apnea score with 3 points AHI ≥5, the AUC was 0.692, and sensitivity and specificity were 70.0% and 68.4%, respectively. Furthermore, using at least one of the positive scores, the AUC was higher when compared to the single tests for AHI ≥5 (AUC = 0.727). And when both scores were positive, the AUC was higher for AHI ≥30 (AUC = 0.706). Conclusion In rotating shift workers and drivers of heavy off-road machinery, BOAH, and No-apnea scores can be helpful tools in identifying individuals at risk for sleep apnea. In addition, matching the scores may increase the prediction of OSA.
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- Post-Graduate in Applied Sciences in Adult Health, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, 30130-100, Brazil
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- Post-Graduate in Health and Nutrition, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, MG, 35400-000, Brazil
- School of Medicine, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, MG, 35400-000, Brazil
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- Post-Graduate in Health and Nutrition, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, MG, 35400-000, Brazil
- School of Nutrition, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, MG, 35400-000, Brazil
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de Araujo Dantas AB, Gonçalves FM, Martins AA, Alves GÂ, Stechman-Neto J, Corrêa CDC, Santos RS, Nascimento WV, de Araujo CM, Taveira KVM. Worldwide prevalence and associated risk factors of obstructive sleep apnea: a meta-analysis and meta-regression. Sleep Breath 2023; 27:2083-2109. [PMID: 36971971 DOI: 10.1007/s11325-023-02810-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2022] [Revised: 03/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/08/2023] [Indexed: 03/29/2023]
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PURPOSE This study aimed to identify the prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and associated risk factors globally. METHODS Six databases and registrations and three grey databases were explored for observational field research. Independently and impartially paired reviewers selected research, gathered data, and evaluated the methodological quality. Heterogeneity was investigated using subgroup analysis and meta-regression following the moderating variable in a meta-analysis of proportions with a random-effects model. The critical appraisal instrument developed by the Joanna Briggs Institute was used to evaluate the listed studies' methodology. The certainty of the evidence was evaluated using the GRADE tool. RESULTS A total of 8236 articles were collected during the database search, resulting in 99 articles included for qualitative synthesis, and 98 articles were included for the meta-analysis. The estimated combined prevalence of OSA was 54% [CI 95% = 46-62%; I2 = 100%]. Mean age, percentage of moderate-severe cases, and the sample's body mass index (BMI) did not affect the heterogeneity that was already present when meta-regressed (p > 0.05). Ninety-one studies were deemed to have a low risk of bias, while eight were deemed to have a moderate risk. For OSA prevalence outcomes, the GRADE criteria were considered very low. CONCLUSION Approximately half of the people worldwide have OSA. High BMI, increasing age, and male gender are described as risk factors in the literature, but these covariates do not affect pre-existing heterogeneity.
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- Anna Beatriz de Araujo Dantas
- Department of Morphology - Center of Biosciences, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), BR 101- Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN - 59072-970, Brazil
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- Tuiuti University of Paraná (UTP), Curitiba, Brazil
- Center for Advanced Studies in Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (NARSM), Curitiba, Brazil
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- Department of Morphology - Center of Biosciences, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), BR 101- Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN - 59072-970, Brazil
- Center for Advanced Studies in Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (NARSM), Curitiba, Brazil
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- Tuiuti University of Paraná (UTP), Curitiba, Brazil
- Center for Advanced Studies in Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (NARSM), Curitiba, Brazil
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- Center for Advanced Studies in Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (NARSM), Curitiba, Brazil
- Planalto University Center of the Federal District (UNIPLAN), Brasília, Brazil
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- Tuiuti University of Paraná (UTP), Curitiba, Brazil
- Center for Advanced Studies in Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (NARSM), Curitiba, Brazil
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- Center for Advanced Studies in Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (NARSM), Curitiba, Brazil
- Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Tuiuti University of Paraná (UTP), Curitiba, Brazil
- Center for Advanced Studies in Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (NARSM), Curitiba, Brazil
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- Department of Morphology - Center of Biosciences, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), BR 101- Lagoa Nova, Natal, RN - 59072-970, Brazil.
- Center for Advanced Studies in Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (NARSM), Curitiba, Brazil.
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Monna F, Ben Messaoud R, Navarro N, Baillieul S, Sanchez L, Loiodice C, Tamisier R, Faure MJ, Pepin JL. Machine learning and geometric morphometrics to predict obstructive sleep apnea from 3D craniofacial scans. Sleep Med 2022; 95:76-83. [DOI: 10.1016/j.sleep.2022.04.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2021] [Revised: 03/23/2022] [Accepted: 04/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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de Menezes Júnior LAA, Fajardo VC, de Freitas SN, Machado-Coelho GLL, de Oliveira FLP, do Nascimento Neto RM, Meireles AL. Rotating shift workers with vitamin D deficiency have a higher risk of obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep Breath 2022; 27:727-735. [DOI: 10.1007/s11325-022-02603-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2021] [Revised: 03/04/2022] [Accepted: 03/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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de Menezes LAA, Lourenção LG, Andrade ACDS, Carraro JCC, Machado-Coelho GLL, Meireles AL. Determinants of poor sleep quality in adults during the coronavirus disease pandemic: COVID-Inconfidentes, a population-based study. SAO PAULO MED J 2022; 141:e2022139. [PMID: 36472868 PMCID: PMC10065109 DOI: 10.1590/1516-3180.2022.0139.r1.19082022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2022] [Accepted: 08/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has adversely affected the health of the global population, with sleep quality being one of the affected parameters. OBJECTIVES To evaluate sleep quality and its associated factors in adults during the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil. DESIGN AND SETTING A population-based cross-sectional serological survey of 1,762 adults in the Iron Quadrangle region of Brazil. METHODS The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index was used to assess sleep quality. Sociodemographic variables, health conditions, health-related behaviors, anxiety, vitamin D levels, weight gain/loss, and pandemic characteristics were assessed using a structured questionnaire. Univariate and multivariate analyses using Poisson regression with robust variance were performed to identify factors associated with sleep quality. RESULTS More than half of the participants reported poor sleep quality (52.5%). Multivariate analysis revealed that the factors associated with poor sleep quality included living alone (prevalence ratio [PR] = 1.34; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.04-1.73), anxiety disorder (PR = 1.32; 95% CI: 1.08-1.62), 5.0% weight loss (PR = 1.21; 95% CI: 1.02-1.44), 5.0% weight gain (PR = 1.27; 95% CI: 1.03-1.55), vitamin D deficiency (PR = 1.16; 95% CI: 1.01-1.35), and COVID-19 symptoms (PR = 1.29; 95% CI: 1.10-1.52). CONCLUSIONS Our study revealed that more than half of the participants experienced poor sleep quality during the COVID-19 pandemic. Factors associated with poor sleep quality included vitamin D deficiency and weight changes related to the pandemic.
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- Luiz Antônio Alves de Menezes
- MSc. Nutritionist and Doctoral Student, Postgraduate Program in
Health and Nutrition, Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto (UFOP), Ouro Preto (MG),
Brazil
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- MSc, PhD. Nurse and Associated Professor, Nursing School,
Universidade Federal do Rio Grande (FURG), Rio Grande (RS), Brazil
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- MSc, PhD. Statistics and Associated Professor, Institute of
Collective Health, Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso (UFMT), Cuiabá (MT),
Brazil
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- PhD. Nutritionist and Associated Professor, School of Nutrition,
Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto (UFOP), Ouro Preto (MG), Brazil
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- MD, MSc, PhD. Epidemiologist and Associated Professor, School of
Medicine, Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto (UFOP), Ouro Preto (MG), Brazil
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- MSc, PhD. Nutritionist and Associated Professor, School of
Nutrition, Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto (UFOP), Ouro Preto (MG), Brazil
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