Hypertension, Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Conditions
Keywords
obstructive sleep apnea, hypertension, antihypertensive drugs
Brief summary
This prospective cohort study aimed to assess the phenotypic characteristics of OSA patients and their pattern of antihypertensive drugs consumption. The investigators also aimed to investigate a hypothetical association between ongoing anti-hypertensive regimen and Blood pressure control rates in these patients. Additionally, the investigators were also interested in trying to understand if the control of OSA may be influenced by the use of different classes of anti-hypertensive drugs.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* aged above 18 years, that attended a first visit at CHLN Hospital Sleep Unit were enrolled
Exclusion criteria
* severe psychiatric disease or inability to understand the information required for an informed consent.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Number of participants with uncontrolled BP before CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) adaptation. | patients will be followed up for an expected average time of 2 months |
Countries
Portugal