Frequency and Contributing Factors of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Individuals with Pneumoconiosis: A Cross-Sectional Analysis - Scorecard - MDSpire

Frequency and Contributing Factors of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Individuals with Pneumoconiosis: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

  • By

  • Yanmei Cao

  • Yiming Zhao

  • Liangbin Xie

  • Jie Liu

  • Yulin Kong

  • Xinyu Jiang

  • Xin Zhou

  • Mi Zhou

  • Yuwen Chen

  • Yuan Xu

  • Xiaolin Liu

  • Chunyan Min

  • Rui Chen

  • February 27, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Frequency and Contributing Factors of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Individuals with Pneumoconiosis: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsUpper airway collapse leading to apnea, hypopnea, intermittent hypoxia, and sympathetic nervous system activation.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Pneumoconiosis is a prevalent occupational disease in China.
  • OSA prevalence in pneumoconiosis patients ranges from 28% to 69%, specifically in this population.
  • Pneumoconiosis increases the risk of developing OSA due to respiratory system changes.
  • Common comorbidities in pneumoconiosis include tuberculosis and pulmonary hypertension.
  • Study aims to improve early identification and management of OSA in pneumoconiosis patients.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Implement strategies for early identification of OSA in pneumoconiosis patients.
    • Consider CPAP therapy and lifestyle modifications as part of OSA management.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        Management strategies should consider the high prevalence of OSA in this population, including CPAP and lifestyle changes.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Conduct thorough clinical assessments including history of dust exposure and comorbidities.
        • Utilize chest CT scans and pulmonary function tests for comprehensive evaluation.
        • Educate patients on the risks associated with OSA and pneumoconiosis, including management options.

        References

        Original Source(s)

        Frequency and Contributing Factors of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Individuals with Pneumoconiosis: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

        • by Yanmei Cao, Yiming Zhao, Liangbin Xie, Jie Liu, Yulin Kong, Xinyu Jiang, Xin Zhou, Mi Zhou, Yuwen Chen, Yuan Xu, Xiaolin Liu, Chunyan Min, Rui Chen

        • February 27, 2026

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