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Sleep apnea among individuals with Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency-associated lung disease.
Respiratory medicine - 1 Sept 2025
Holm Kristen E, Sandhaus Robert A, Allison Sheri, Schroth Terri, McCathern Jean, Strange Charlie
Abstract excerpt
PURPOSE: Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a genetic condition that has high rates of associated COPD. We explored whether obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) diagnosis, excessive sleepiness, and OSA risk scores differ by AATD genotype. PROCEDURES: A cross-sectional survey was completed by individuals with AATD-associated lung disease. Multivariate logistic regression was used to examine the association of...
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