Original Article

Sustained Improvement in Cognitive and Emotional Status of Apneic Patients After Prolonged Treatment with Positive Airway Pressure

Background:Obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAH) is associated with impairment of cognitive functions and disturbances in emotional status. The aim of this study was to objectively evaluate the benefits of prolonged and sustained treatment for OSAH at two sleep centers serving rural community hospitals.Methods:Fifty-six patients diagnosed with OSAH syndrome underwent Cognistat,…