Sleep-disordered breathing and stroke

J Cardiovasc Nurs. 2002 Oct;17(1):12-29. doi: 10.1097/00005082-200210000-00003.

Abstract

Sleep-disordered breathing (obstructive and central sleep apnea) is common in persons who have had a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). This article describes both sleep-disordered breathing and CVAs and reviews the related risk factors that link them together. In addition, the article discusses sleep-disordered breathing after CVA. The article concludes by presenting the clinical implications of this topic for nurses.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Circadian Rhythm
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Research Design
  • Risk Factors
  • Sleep Apnea, Central / complications*
  • Sleep Apnea, Obstructive / complications*
  • Stroke / classification
  • Stroke / etiology*
  • United States / epidemiology