Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research
Knowledge and attitude of obstructive sleep apnea among fresh medical graduates and postgraduate residents
Dr. Aneesha S, Dr. Shobitha Rao, Dr. Rakesh Bilagi
JCDR. 2024: 3846-3855
Abstract
Background: Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a growing public health concern and a prevalent sleep disorder characterized by repetitive episodes of complete or partial upper airway obstruction during sleep, leading to disruptions in airflow and intermittent hypoxemia. This condition not only affects the quality of sleep but also poses significant health risks, including cardiovascular diseases, cognitive impairment, and diminished quality of life. As Medical Graduates are the primary doctors who come across such patients, their knowledge and attitude play an important part in identifying risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, and complications of OSA. The aim of this study is to access the same in Fresh Medical Graduates and Post Graduate residents in a medical college.
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