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Matvievskaya E.N.

Tver State Medical University

Morozov A.M.

Tver State Medical University

Kryukova A.N.

Tver State Medical University

Naumova S.A.

Tver State Medical University

Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome as a predictor of atrial fibrillation

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Matvievskaya E.N., Morozov A.M., Kryukova A.N., Naumova S.A.

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Journal: Russian Journal of Preventive Medicine. 2025;28(1): 109‑114

DOI: 10.17116/profmed202528011109

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OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA SYNDROME AS A PREDICTOR OF ATRIAL FIBRILLATION
OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA SYNDROME AS A PREDICTOR OF ATRIAL FIBRILLATION

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Matvievskaya EN, Morozov AM, Kryukova AN, Naumova SA. Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome as a predictor of atrial fibrillation. Russian Journal of Preventive Medicine. 2025;28(1):109‑114. (In Russ.)
https://doi.org/10.17116/profmed202528011109

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Abstract:

Atrial fibrillation is a common recurrent arrhythmia affecting approximately 60 million people worldwide. Modern prevention strategies do not significantly reduce the existing burden on healthcare systems related to this condition. Extending the list of risk factors and minimizing their impact remain important objectives of modern medicine.

OBJECTIVE

To assess the obstructive sleep apnea syndrome as a predictor of atrial fibrillation.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

Russian and foreign publications were reviewed for up-to-date information on the relationship between obstructive sleep apnea syndrome and atrial fibrillation. A literature search was conducted using the PubMed, Elsevier, eLibrary, and CyberLeninka databases.

RESULTS

Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is an independent predictor of atrial fibrillation, the trigger for a recurrence after catheter ablation, and secondary complications. Mechanisms causing atrial fibrillation during episodes of obstructive sleep apnea include intermittent nocturnal hypoxemia/hypercapnia, fluctuating intrathoracic pressure levels, autonomic imbalance, oxidative stress, and inflammation.

CONCLUSION

Early detection and correction of night apnea episodes using CPAP therapy shall be considered secondary prevention measures for atrial fibrillation.

Keywords:

atrial fibrillation
obstructive sleep apnea syndrome
diagnostics
prevention

Authors:

Matvievskaya E.N.

Tver State Medical University

Morozov A.M.

Tver State Medical University

Kryukova A.N.

Tver State Medical University

Naumova S.A.

Tver State Medical University

Received:

20.05.2024

Accepted:

11.10.2024

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