The prevalence of obstructive sleep apnoea in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Obesity is a common risk factor for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). Both PCOS and OSA are associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Hence, it is important to determine the burden of OSA in women with PCOS.

Methods

We searched electronic databases (MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Scopus, Web of Science, OpenGrey, CENTRAL), conference abstracts, and reference lists of relevant articles, up to January 2019. No restriction for language or publication status. Studies that examined the presence of OSA in women with PCOS using polysomnography and/or level III devices were eligible for inclusion.

Results

Seventeen studies involving 648 participants were included. Our meta-analysis showed th

SUBMITTER: Kahal H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7127997 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature