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Query: UMLS:C0037315 (sleep apnea)
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS) are among the most prevalent chronic respiratory disorders. Accumulating data suggest that there is a significant burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in patients with COPD and OSAS, affecting negatively patients' quality of life and survival. Overlap syndrome (OS), i.e. the co-existence of both COPD and OSAS in the same patient, has an additional impact on cardiovascular system multiplying the risk of morbidity and mortality. The underlying mechanisms for the development of CVD in patients with either OSAS or COPD and OS are not entirely elucidated. Several mechanisms, in addition to smoking and obesity, may be implicated, including systemic inflammation, increased sympathetic activity, oxidative stress and endothelial dysfunction. Early diagnosis and proper management of these patients might reduce the cardiovascular risk and lead to improved survival. In this review, we summarize the current knowledge regarding epidemiological aspects, pathophysiological mechanisms and present point- to- point specific associations between COPD, OSAS, OS and components of CVD, namely, pulmonary hypertension, coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease and stroke.
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PMID:Cardiovascular disease in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome and overlap syndrome. 3218 87