Sleep apnea occurring during REM sleep linked to type 2 diabetes

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) episodes occurring during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep is significantly associated with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. Results indicated that the adjusted odds ratio for type 2 diabetes was 2.0 times higher in patients with REM-related OSA, defined as having an REM apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) of 10 or more breathing pauses per hour of REM sleep. The study gathered data from 1,008 consecutive patients who were evaluated for OSA. Full Story : Taragana.net…..