Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
The efficacy of mind-body (Baduanjin) exercise on self-reported sleep quality and quality of life in elderly subjects with sleep disturbances: a randomized controlled trial.
To examine the efficacy of a 24-week Baduanjin exercise program on self-reported sleep quality and quality of life in community-dwelling elderly subjects with sleep disturbances. ⋯ Baduanjin exercise is an effective and feasible approach to improve self-reported sleep quality but less likely the quality of life in community-dwelling elderly men and women with sleep disturbances.
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Comparative Study
Comparison of nocturnal pulse oximetry with polysomnography in children with sleep disordered breathing.
Polysomnography (PSG) is the gold standard in the diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, due to high cost and limited availability, this is difficult to access and often delayed. To evaluate the reliability of overnight oximetry as a screening tool for OSA diagnosis. ⋯ Overnight oximetry provides satisfactory diagnostic performance in detecting moderate and severe OSA; however, a normal or McGill 2 score does not rule out OSA and a PSG is required for diagnosis.