Combined exposure to mixed brominated flame retardants on obstructive sleep apnea syndrome in US adults
BMC Public Health,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
25(1)
Published: Jan. 14, 2025
Accumulating
research
highlights
that
exposure
to
serum
brominated
flame
retardants
(BFRs)
may
elevate
health
risks.
The
effects
of
BFRs,
both
alone
and
in
combination,
on
obstructive
sleep
apnea
syndrome
(OSAS)
have
not
been
thoroughly
studied.
Our
main
goal
was
examine
the
association
between
individual
mixtures
BFRs
OSAS
risk.
Data
from
National
Health
Nutrition
Examination
Survey
(NHANES)
were
employed,
including
1,341
participants.
We
included
participants
with
full
details
OSAS,
covariates,
7
types
(PBDE28,
PBDE47,
PBDE99,
PBDE100,
PBDE153,
PBB153,
PBDE209).
To
investigate
risk
exposure,
multivariate
logistic
regression,
weighted
quantile
sum
(WQS)
g-computation
(QGC),
Bayesian
kernel
machine
regression
(BKMR)
models,
restricted
cubic
splines
(RCS)
implemented.
Serum
PBDE28,
showed
positive
correlations
toxic
effect
co-exposure
consistently
demonstrated
through
results
WQS
QGC
BKMR
models.
PBB153
determined
be
most
BFRs.
Additionally,
RCS
model
also
verified
strong
non-linear
relationship
existed
PBB153.
Findings
study
prove
exerts
a
deleterious
Future
large-scale
prospective
investigations
experimental
studies
are
desirable
confirm
these
findings.
Language: Английский
Exploring the interplay of depression, sleep quality, and hearing in tinnitus-related handicap: insights from polysomnography and pure-tone audiometry
Ting‐Gang Chang,
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Yi-Ting Yao,
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Chiann‐Yi Hsu
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BMC Psychiatry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
24(1)
Published: June 19, 2024
Abstract
Background
Tinnitus
affects
approximately
740
million
adults
globally,
involving
hearing,
emotion,
and
sleep
systems.
However,
studies
using
polysomnography
pure-tone
audiometry
(PTA)
are
limited.
We
aimed
to
assess
the
correlation
between
tinnitus
quality,
characteristics,
depression
PTA.
Methods
In
this
cross-sectional
study,
we
divided
participants
into
non-tinnitus
groups.
included
100
outpatients
(65
with
tinnitus,
35
without)
from
a
medical
center
in
Taiwan,
who
underwent
completed
rating
scales
including
Patient
Health
Questionnaire-9
(PHQ-9),
Chinese
version
of
Pittsburgh
Sleep
Quality
Index
(PSQI),
Chinese-Mandarin
Handicap
Inventory
(THI-CM).
analyzed
correlations,
conducted
group
comparisons,
assessed
factors
related
THI-CM
scores,
constructed
ROC
curves
predict
group,
performed
multinomial
logistic
regression
explore
associations.
Results
Descriptive
statistics
identified
cohort
mean
age
53.9
±
12.80
years,
63%
exhibited
PHQ-9
scores
≥
10,
66%
had
Apnea–Hypopnea
(AHI)
>
5.
The
ratio
rapid
eye
movement
deep
stage
1
+
2
was
relatively
low
non-significant.
Likewise,
leg
movements
higher
but
not
statistically
significant.
63.08%
depression,
81.54%
AHI
Univariate
linked
5
(Odds
(OR)
2.67,
p
=
0.026)
male
sex
(OR
2.49,
0.034).
A
moderate
positive
found
score
(rs
0.50,
<
0.001).
Further
adjustment
for
obstructive
apnea
showed
associations
(total
score)
or
Grade
3–5
1.28;
OR
8.68).
Single-
multifactor
analyses
highlighted
significant
PSQI
13
7.06,
0.018)
47
7.43,
0.002)
depression.
Conclusions
Our
study
recruited
slight
mild
hearing
loss
handicap.
Depression
as
predominant
factor
tinnitus-related
handicap
may
explain
lack
differences
polysomnographic
characteristics
extensive
prospective
needed
elucidate
complex
links
among
sleep,
tinnitus.
Language: Английский
TEX10: A Novel Drug Target and Potential Therapeutic Direction for Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Zhitao Fan,
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Hui Su,
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Tong Qiao
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et al.
Nature and Science of Sleep,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
Volume 17, P. 731 - 746
Published: May 1, 2025
Sleep
apnea
syndrome
(SAS)
is
a
prevalent
sleep
disorder
strongly
associated
with
obesity,
metabolic
dysregulation,
and
cardiovascular
diseases.
While
its
underlying
pathophysiological
mechanisms
remain
incompletely
understood,
genetic
factors
likely
play
pivotal
role
in
SAS
pathogenesis.
This
study
investigates
the
causal
relationships
between
potential
drug
target
genes
using
multiple
statistical
approaches,
aiming
to
provide
novel
insights
for
targeted
therapeutic
development.
We
conducted
comprehensive
analysis
integrating
methodologies
investigate
gene-SAS
relationships.
Using
publicly
available
GWAS
eQTL
databases,
we
performed
Mendelian
Randomization
(MR)
inverse
variance
weighted
(IVW)
method,
validated
by
median
MR-Egger
approaches.
Summary-data-based
MR
(SMR)
analysis,
coupled
HEIDI
testing,
assessed
direct
gene
expression-SAS
associations
while
controlling
linkage
disequilibrium
(LD).
Colocalization
evaluated
probability
of
shared
variants
SNPs,
expression,
SAS.
Statistical
significance
was
determined
Benjamini-Hochberg
testing
correction
(FDR
<
0.05).
Additionally,
mediation
explored
TEX10's
influence
on
through
intermediates
including
BMI,
waist
circumference,
HDL
cholesterol.
identified
18
candidate
significantly
SAS,
MAPKAPK3,
TNXB,
MPHOSPH8,
TEX10
showing
consistent
across
analyses.
TEX10,
particular,
exhibited
significant
risk
blood,
cerebral
cortex,
hippocampus,
basal
ganglia
(PP.H4
>
0.9).
Mediation
suggested
that
might
indirectly
cholesterol
levels.
Our
targets
causally
linked
emerging
as
key
gene.
These
findings
advance
our
understanding
pathogenesis
offer
promising
directions
personalized
diagnostics
therapies.
Language: Английский
Mendelian Randomization Reveals: Triglycerides and Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Bioengineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(5), P. 438 - 438
Published: April 29, 2024
Background:
Sensorineural
hearing
loss
(SNHL)
is
a
multifactorial
disorder
with
potential
links
to
various
physiological
systems,
including
the
cardiovascular
system
via
blood
lipid
levels
such
as
triglycerides
(TG).
This
study
investigates
causal
relationship
between
TG
and
SNHL
using
Mendelian
randomization
(MR),
which
offers
method
reduce
confounding
reverse
causality
by
genetic
variants
instrumental
variables.
Methods:
Utilizing
publicly
available
genome-wide
association
(GWAS)
data,
we
performed
two-sample
MR
analysis.
The
initial
analysis
unveiled
(GWAS
ID:
ebi-a-GCST90018975)
finn
b-H8_HL_SEN-NAS).
Subsequent
validated
this
through
larger
sample
size
for
ieu-b-111)
SNHL.
To
conduct
analysis,
utilized
several
methods
inverse-variance
weighted
(IVW),
Egger,
median,
mode.
We
also
employed
Cochrane’s
Q
test
identify
any
heterogeneity
in
results.
detect
horizontal
pleiotropy,
conducted
MR-Egger
intercept
pleiotropy
residual
sum
outliers
(MR-PRESSO)
test.
leave-one-out
assess
sensitivity
of
association.
Finally,
meta-analysis
results
was
undertaken.
Results:
Our
found
significant
positive
correlation
SNHL,
OR
values
1.14
(95%
CI:
1.07–1.23,
p
<
0.001)
IVW
1.09
1.03–1.16,
0.006)
replicate
no
evidence
or
(p
>
0.05),
confirmed
stability
robustness
combining
analyses
showed
effect
1.11
1.06–1.16,
=
0.01).
Conclusion:
These
findings
indicate
risk
factor
suggesting
pathways
prevention
intervention
populations
at
risk.
conclusion
underscores
importance
managing
strategy
mitigate
developing
Language: Английский
Hyperbaric Oxygen in Otorhinolaryngology: Current Concepts in Management and Therapy
Oxygen,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
4(2), P. 150 - 162
Published: April 26, 2024
Background:
In
otorhinolaryngology
and
head
neck
surgery,
oxygen
is
a
therapeutic
tool
used
for
various
pathologies.
Oxidative
stress
the
imbalance
between
production
of
free
radicals
(ROS)
antioxidant
capacity
body,
which
can
represent
pathogenesis
several
pathologies
or
contribute
to
their
worsening.
This
narrative
review
aims
analyze
benefits,
indications,
side
effects
hyperbaric
therapy
(HBOT)
in
different
disorders.
Methods:
The
search
was
carried
out
on
multiple
electronic
databases
such
as
PubMed
Google
Scholar,
prospective,
randomized,
reviewed
studies
were
analyzed
from
January
1982
February
2024.
Results
Conclusions:
most
common
tools
manage
oxidative
ear,
nose,
throat
(ENT)
field
are
continuous
positive
airway
pressure
(CPAP)
HBOT.
A
ENT
pathology,
while
latter
be
osteoradionecrosis
treatment
cancer
patients,
infections,
malignant
external
otitis,
reconstruction,
facial
cosmetic
among
patients
with
sudden
sensorineural
hearing
loss.
From
our
analysis,
it
emerged
that
HBOT
currently
effective
pathologies’
treatment,
alone
association
other
treatments;
guarantee
functional
recovery
healing
depending
type
pathology
its
severity.
Language: Английский
The relationships between intermittent hypoxia and oxidative stress in patients with sleep apnea syndrome
Tomotake Tokunou,
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T. Yoshikawa,
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Yasuko Yoshioka
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et al.
Sleep and Biological Rhythms,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(4), P. 499 - 504
Published: June 15, 2024
Language: Английский
Exploring the bidirectional relationship between sleep disorders and atrial fibrillation: implications for risk stratification and management
Ikponmwosa Jude Ogieuhi,
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Oshomoh Mark-Anthony Ugiomoh,
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Mishael Awe
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et al.
The Egyptian Heart Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
76(1)
Published: July 30, 2024
Abstract
Background
Atrial
fibrillation
(AF)
is
characterized
by
the
absence
of
p-waves
on
ECG
and
irregular
rhythm.
It
often
presents
with
palpitations
either
may
occur
acutely
over
a
short
period
or
intermittently
several
years.
Other
cardinal
symptoms
atrial
include
fatigue,
dyspnea,
lightheadedness;
it
important
however
to
note
that
most
affected
individuals
are
asymptomatic.
Concurrently,
sleep
disorders
such
as
obstructive
apnea
(OSA),
insomnia,
narcolepsy,
circadian
rhythm
which
group
conditions
associated
body’s
internal
clock
affect
timing
alertness,
raising
concerns
due
their
potential
associations
arrhythmias.
This
review
explores
bidirectional
relationship
between
AF
disorders,
highlighting
implications
for
risk
stratification
management
strategies.
Main
body
The
narrative
approach
this
synthesizes
evidence
from
numerous
studies
obtained
through
meticulous
literature
searches.
Specific
focus,
scrutiny
prevalence
connection.
examination
delves
into
pathophysiology
sleep-related
autonomic
dysregulation
inflammation,
emphasizing
modalities.
Various
meta-analysis
cohorts
have
highlighted
strong
connection
(AF).
Patients
especially
OSA,
higher
likelihood
developing
AF,
conversely,
those
more
prone
disorders.
impact
not
limited
development,
also
contribute
progression
in
turn,
negatively
impacting
duration
quality.
Sleep
play
an
role
remodeling
well
electrophysiological
abnormalities,
rendering
tissue
susceptible
arrhythmogenesis.
suggests
treating
could
only
improve
quality
but
reduce
factors
fibrillation.
effective
emerges
challenge
preventing
Conclusion
In
conclusion,
study
highlights
There
positive
correlation,
affecting
progression,
detrimental
abnormalities
underscores
significance
diagnosis
treatment.
Education
about
importance
benefits
disorder
treatment
becomes
imperative
patients
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Snoring might be a warning sign for metabolic syndrome in nonobese Korean women
Suk Won Chang,
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Ha Young Lee,
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Hyun Seung Choi
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et al.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(1)
Published: Oct. 9, 2023
Metabolic
syndrome
(MetS)
is
an
underlying
cause
of
various
diseases
and
strongly
associated
with
mortality.
In
particular,
it
has
been
steadily
increasing
along
changes
in
diet
lifestyle
habits.
The
close
relationship
between
sleep
apnea
MetS
well
established.
addition,
these
two
share
a
common
factor
obesity
have
high
prevalence
among
obese
individuals.
Nevertheless,
the
association
can
vary
depending
on
factors,
such
as
race
sex,
research
relatively
low
rates
East
Asians
lacking.
This
study
aimed
to
investigate
snoring
nonobese
Koreans.
A
total
2478
participants
(827
men
1651
women)
were
enrolled
Korean
National
Health
Nutrition
Examination
Survey
from
2019
2020.
We
used
Cholesterol
Education
Program
Adult
Treatment
Panel
III
criteria
for
questionnaire.
Logistic
regression
analysis
was
measure
confounding
factors
according
age
sex
body
mass
index
(BMI)
<
23
kg/m2.
significantly
higher
than
those
without
(26.9%
vs.
19.6%;
p
=
0.007).
multivariate
logistic
analysis,
(odds
ratio
[OR]
1.070,
95%
confidence
interval
[CI]
1.059-1.082,
.001),
(OR
1.531,
CI
1.139-2.058,
0.005),
1.442,
1.050-1.979,
0.024)
patients
BMI
Finally,
showed
that
women
less
kg/m2,
especially
younger
ages
(40-49
years,
OR
4.449,
1.088
18.197,
0.038).
Snoring
closely
aged
40-50
years
kg/m2
compared
other
participants.
However,
not
found
60
over.
Therefore,
sufficient
consideration
should
be
given
possibility
when
present
middle-aged
Asian
women.
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The janus face of oxidative stress in health and disease: The cause or the cure?
Silvia Francati,
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Marco Fiore,
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Giampiero Ferraguti
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et al.
Biomedical Reviews,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
34(0), P. 13 - 13
Published: Dec. 31, 2023
Reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS),
reactive
nitrogen
(RNS)
and
diffusible
(DRS),
under
certain
concentrations,
play
an
important
role
at
the
physiological
level.
The
of
antioxidant
molecules,
endogenous
exogenous,
is
to
maintain
adequate
amounts
ROS
RNS.
increase
in
RNS
due
overproduction
these
or
a
decrease
molecules
leads
phenomenon
called
oxidative
stress.
Oxidative
stress
involved
process
aging
but
implicated
pathologies
such
as
some
types
tumors,
neurodegenerative
autoimmune
disorders,
male
infertility,
cardiovascular
disorders
atrial
fibrillation,
lung
chronic
obstructive
pulmonary
hypertension.
This
involvement
has
aroused
widespread
interest,
especially
because
many
studies
try
exploit
it
therapeutic
purpose
this
review
discuss
which
for
reason,
can
be
targeted
intervention
improve
cure
pathology;
sometimes
modulation
used
effect
therapy.
Language: Английский
Selected routine laboratory tests in the clinical assessment of patients with obstructive sleep apnea
Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
30(4), P. 737 - 742
Published: Dec. 21, 2023
1.
Wang
Y,
Xu
H,
Qian
et
al.
Patients
with
Obstructive
Sleep
Apnea
Display
Decreased
Flow-Mediated
Dilatation:
Evidence
from
a
Meta-Analysis.
Med
Sci
Monit.
2017;23:1069–1082.
https://doi.org/10.12659/MSM.8....
CrossRef
Google
Scholar
Language: Английский