CPAP Therapy Reducing Hospital Readmissions (IMAGE)

American Academy of Sleep Medicine

CPAP Therapy Reducing Hospital Readmissions

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A study of patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) suggests that non-adherence to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is significantly associated with increased 30-day hospital readmissions.

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The American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

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