| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9936641 | The American Journal of Cardiology | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Severe obstructive sleep apnea in children leads to congestive heart failure. We studied the early changes in left ventricular function across a range of severity of the disorder. A dose-dependent decrease in diastolic function with increased severity of obstructive apnea was demonstrated.
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Authors
Raouf S. MD, Thomas R. MD, Maninder MD, Jenny L. RN, John L. MD, Judy A. PhD, Sandra A. RDCS, Betty J. RDCS, Stephen R. MD, PhD,