Physical activity reduces cancer mortality but not cardiovascular or all-cause mortality in obstructive sleep apnea: a National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES)-based analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) significantly elevates the risk of mortality. Although physical activity is a proposed viable option in OSA treatment, its impact on mortality risk remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the impact of physical activity on mortality in OSA patients.

Methods

Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2015-2018 were analyzed, with physical activity levels assessed via a questionnaire. The link between physical activity and mortality risk in the OSA population was examined via logistic regression analysis, with subgroup analyses conducted. Additionally, mediation analysis was executed to elucidate the possible mediating roles of the neutrophil-percentage-to-albumin ratio (NPAR) and neutrophil-to

SUBMITTER: Chen L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12603503 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature