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Correlation analysis between HLA-DQA1*0102/DQB1*0602 genotypes and narcolepsy patients in China
Background and objectiveAt present, the etiology of narcolepsy is not fully understood, and it is generally believed to be an autoimmune reaction caused by interactions between environmental and genetic factors. Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) class...
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Identification of potential drug targets for insomnia by Mendelian randomization analysis based on plasma proteomics
IntroductionInsomnia, a common clinical disorder, significantly impacts the physical and mental well-being of patients. Currently, available hypnotic medications are unsatisfactory due to adverse reactions and dependency, necessitating the identif...
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Excessive daytime sleepiness is associated with relative delta frequency power among patients with mild OSA
BackgroundExcessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is a cause of low quality of life among obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) patients. Current methods of assessing and predicting EDS are limited due to time constraints or differences in subjective experien...
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The effects of Tai Chi exercise on sleep quality among the elderly: a study based on polysomnographic monitoring
BackgroundSleep disorders contribute to an increased risk of depression, cardiovascular issues, and various other diseases among older individuals. Consequently, enhancing the sleep quality of this demographic population has become a pressing conc...
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Commentary: Physical therapy for sleep apnea: a smartphone application for home-based physical therapy for patients with obstructive sleep apnea
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Association of CLDN molecules with sleep apnea hypopnea syndrome: new biomarker candidates
IntroductionObstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep-related breathing disorder, and has become a serious threat to public health. Intermittent hypoxia caused by OSA results in a low-grade inflammatory response that leads to impaired mucosa...
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Effect of tuina on sleep quality, psychological state and neurotransmitter level in patients with insomnia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundAbnormal psychological state and neurotransmitter levels are important factors affecting sleep quality. Numerous studies have shown that tuina can improve the symptoms of sleep disorders in patients with insomnia while relieving anxiety ...
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Awareness and attitude among general dentists and orthodontists toward obstructive sleep apnea in children
AimThis study aimed to investigate Italian dentists’ knowledge of and attitudes toward obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children.MethodsAn anonymous questionnaire was prepared using Google Forms and sent to dentists in Italy through private social...
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