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Integrating the precision, sleep, and aerospace medicine fields: a systematic review of the genetic predisposition for obstructive sleep apnea in military aviation.
Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung - 1 Jun 2022
Chapleau Richard R, Regn Dara D
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PURPOSE: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common pathologic sleep disorder with an estimated prevalence in the USA of up to 25% of adult males. With military aviation being heavily comprised of adult men, the impact of OSA on flying operations is concerning as OSA is disqualifying for all flying classes in the US Air Force. In order to minimize the impact of OSA on operations, early identification of...
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