Bezdech senny centralny
Epidemiologia

Bezdech senny centralny (CSA) to zaburzenie charakteryzujące się powtarzającym się zatrzymaniem lub zmniejszeniem przepływu powietrza i wysiłku oddechowego podczas snu, wynikające z braku prawidłowych sygnałów nerwowych do mięśni oddechowych. CSA występuje rzadziej niż obturacyjny bezdech senny (OSA), z częstością około 0,9% w populacji ogólnej (95% CI: 0,7-1,2%), a u pacjentów z niewydolnością serca sięga nawet 37-51% w ciężkich przypadkach z obniżoną frakcją wyrzutową lewej komory (LVEF). Częstość występowania CSA wzrasta z wiekiem, jest znacznie wyższa u mężczyzn (1,8% vs 0,2% u kobiet) oraz u osób stosujących przewlekle opioidy (około 24%). CSA wiąże się z poważnymi konsekwencjami kardiologicznymi, w tym nawracającą hipoksemią, dysfunkcją śródbłonka i zwiększonym ryzykiem niewydolności serca, co podkreśla konieczność dokładnej diagnostyki i leczenia w ramach zespołu multidyscyplinarnego.

Epidemiologia bezdechu sennego centralnego

Bezdech senny centralny (CSA) jest zaburzeniem charakteryzującym się powtarzającym się zatrzymaniem lub zmniejszeniem przepływu powietrza i wysiłku oddechowego podczas snu. W przeciwieństwie do obturacyjnego bezdechu sennego (OSA), który jest znacznie powszechniejszy, CSA występuje, gdy mózg nie przekazuje prawidłowych sygnałów do mięśni odpowiedzialnych za oddychanie.12

Występowanie w populacji ogólnej

Bezdech senny centralny występuje znacznie rzadziej niż obturacyjny bezdech senny. Według danych epidemiologicznych częstość występowania CSA w populacji ogólnej szacuje się na około 0,9% (95% przedział ufności: 0,7-1,2%). W tej samej populacji około 0,4% osób (95% CI: 0,3-0,6%) wykazuje oddychanie Cheyne’a-Stokesa (CSR) – szczególny wzorzec oddychania często związany z CSA.34 CSA stanowi około 5-10% wszystkich przypadków zaburzeń oddychania podczas snu diagnozowanych w laboratoriach snu.56

W zależności od badanej populacji i zastosowanych metod diagnostycznych, szacowana częstość występowania CSA może się znacznie różnić. Istnieje wyraźna potrzeba standaryzacji kryteriów diagnostycznych i bardziej rzetelnych danych epidemiologicznych.7

Różnice zależne od płci

Istnieje wyraźna dysproporcja w występowaniu CSA między płciami. Badania wskazują, że schorzenie to jest znacznie częstsze u mężczyzn niż u kobiet. W populacyjnym badaniu opartym na społeczności, CSA występował u 1,8% mężczyzn w porównaniu do zaledwie 0,2% kobiet.8 W innym badaniu stwierdzono, że wśród osób z CSA, aż 90,9% stanowili mężczyźni.9

Ta różnica może być częściowo wyjaśniona przez odmienną wrażliwość na hipoapnię. W porównaniu z mężczyznami, kobiety są mniej podatne i często wymagają większego stopnia hipokapni, aby rozwinął się u nich bezdech centralny.10

Wpływ wieku na występowanie CSA

Częstość występowania CSA wzrasta wraz z wiekiem. Badanie przeprowadzone przez Bixlera i współpracowników wykazało, że wskaźnik bezdechu centralnego był wyższy u starszych dorosłych w porównaniu do osób w średnim wieku (12,1% vs 1,8%).11 Szczególnie wysoka częstość występowania obserwowana jest u osób powyżej 65 roku życia. Przekrojowe badanie wykazało częstość występowania CSA u mężczyzn w wieku 65 lat i starszych na poziomie 2,7% przy zastosowaniu zmodyfikowanej formy klasyfikacji ICSD-3.12

Mediana wieku pacjentów z CSA wynosi około 69 lat.13 Wyższe wskaźniki CSA u osób starszych mogą być wyjaśnione stosunkowo zwiększoną wrażliwością chemoreceptorów w tej populacji, co predysponuje ich do rozwoju bezdechu centralnego, szczególnie podczas snu bez szybkich ruchów gałek ocznych (NREM).14

Występowanie CSA w określonych populacjach klinicznych

CSA u pacjentów z niewydolnością serca

Niewydolność serca jest jednym z najsilniejszych czynników ryzyka rozwoju CSA. Częstość występowania CSA u pacjentów z niewydolnością serca jest znacznie wyższa niż w populacji ogólnej i szacuje się ją na około 4,8%.15 Niektóre badania wskazują jednak na znacznie wyższe wartości – od 20% do nawet 40% u pacjentów z dysfunkcją skurczową lewej komory.16

Szczególnie istotny jest fakt, że częstość występowania CSA zwiększa się wraz z nasileniem niewydolności serca. W badaniach nad pacjentami z ciężką niewydolnością serca i obniżoną frakcją wyrzutową (HFrEF) częstość występowania CSA szacowano na 37-51%, nawet przy zastosowaniu optymalnej terapii medycznej.17

Znacząca zmienność istnieje w zależności od frakcji wyrzutowej lewej komory (LVEF) i prezentacji klinicznej niewydolności serca. Częstość występowania waha się od 7% do 69%.18 Badania wykazują, że CSA jest szczególnie rozpowszechniony u pacjentów z objawową dysfunkcją skurczową lewej komory (55%) oraz umiarkowaną do ciężkiej niewydolnością serca ze zmniejszoną frakcją wyrzutową (34%-69%).19 Badania z bardziej stabilną populacją z niewydolnością serca raportują znacznie niższe wartości (7-15%).20

CSA związany z opioidami

Stosowanie opioidów jest istotnym czynnikiem ryzyka rozwoju CSA. Badania wskazują, że około jednej trzeciej pacjentów przyjmujących przewlekle opioidy wykazuje pewien stopień CSA.21 Metaanaliza wykazała, że ogólna częstość występowania CSA u pacjentów przyjmujących przewlekle opioidy wynosi około 24%.22

Szczególnie wysokie wskaźniki obserwowano w populacjach pacjentów poddawanych podtrzymującej terapii metadonem, gdzie częstość występowania CSA szacowano na około 30%.2324

CSA u pacjentów po udarze

Badania kohortowe pacjentów po udarze wykazują około 70% częstość rozwoju CSA w ciągu 72 godzin od wystąpienia udaru, chociaż CSA był wykrywany u mniej niż 17% pacjentów po 3 miesiącach obserwacji.25 Metaanaliza 75 badań wykazała, że ogólna częstość występowania CSA u pacjentów po udarze wynosi około 10% (95% CI 6,5-14,9).26

CSA u pacjentów z przewlekłą chorobą nerek

CSA jest również częstszym zjawiskiem u pacjentów z przewlekłą chorobą nerek (PChN). Szacuje się, że około 10% pacjentów z PChN ma rozpoznanie CSA.27 Przegląd ośmiu badań wykazał łączną częstość występowania CSA na poziomie 9,6% w przewlekłej chorobie nerek.28

Szczególne fenotypy CSA

Treatment-emergent central sleep apnea (TECSA)

Treatment-emergent central sleep apnea (TECSA) jest specyficzną formą zaburzeń oddychania podczas snu, charakteryzującą się pojawieniem się lub utrzymywaniem bezdechów centralnych podczas leczenia obturacyjnego bezdechu sennego.29 Jest to zjawisko, które może wystąpić podczas terapii obturacyjnego bezdechu sennego za pomocą CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure).30

Częstość występowania TECSA różni się znacznie w różnych badaniach i waha się od 0,56% do 20,3%.31 W badaniu obejmującym 116 pacjentów z OSA poddanych terapii CPAP, u 20 rozwinął się CSA podczas miareczkowania CPAP, co stanowiło 17,2% badanej populacji (16,3% u mężczyzn i 2,2% u kobiet).32

Na podstawie niedawnej systematycznej analizy i metaanalizy szacuje się, że łączna częstość występowania TECSA wynosi około 8,4%.33 W innym podejściu badawczym stwierdzono, że 3,5% pacjentów miało TECSA, z czego u 55,1% było ono przemijające, u 25,2% utrzymywało się, a u 19,7% rozwinęło się późno w trakcie terapii CPAP.34

Warto zauważyć, że TECSA zwykle ustępuje z czasem, jednak może również utrzymywać się (określane jako CPAP persistent CSA) lub rozwinąć się później w trakcie leczenia PAP mimo nieobecności podczas początkowego badania diagnostycznego snu (określane jako emergent CSA).35

Positional central sleep apnea (PCSA)

Pozycyjny bezdech centralny snu (PCSA) to podtyp CSA, w którym pozycja ciała ma istotny wpływ na występowanie epizodów bezdechu. W badaniu obejmującym 39 osób z pierwotnym CSA, u 61,5% stwierdzono pierwotny PCSA. Wyniki badania wykazały, że pierwotny PCSA był związany z łagodniejszym stopniem nasilenia choroby w porównaniu z niepozycyjnym CSA.36

Klasyfikacja pacjentów z pierwotnym CSA pod względem zależności od pozycji może być pomocna w opracowywaniu podejść klinicznych i zaleceń dotyczących leczenia.37

CSA w populacji pediatrycznej

CSA jest częstym zjawiskiem u wcześniaków, noworodków i niemowląt, ale ryzyko jego wystąpienia zmniejsza się wraz z wiekiem i dojrzewaniem ośrodkowego układu nerwowego.38 Główną przyczyną CSA u urodzonych o czasie niemowląt są zaburzenia neurologiczne. U wcześniaków urodzonych przed 29 tygodniem ciąży około 25% epizodów bezdechu ma pochodzenie centralne.39

CSA występuje rzadziej po 2 roku życia. Częstość występowania CSA u zdrowych dzieci w wieku od 10 do 18 lat wynosi około 30%. U dzieci z podstawowymi schorzeniami medycznymi częstość występowania wynosi 4-6%.40 W innym badaniu szacowana częstość występowania CSA u zdrowych dzieci wynosiła około 4-6%.41

Szczególnie wysoką częstość występowania CSA obserwuje się u dzieci z zespołem Pradera-Williego (PWS), gdzie może on wystąpić nawet w 53% przypadków.42

Wyzwania w badaniach epidemiologicznych CSA

Problemy metodologiczne

Badania epidemiologiczne dotyczące CSA napotykają na szereg wyzwań metodologicznych. Większość badań nad częstością występowania TECSA to badania retrospektywne, które często mają ograniczenia, takie jak błąd selekcji.43 Kryteria włączenia dla uczestników w badaniach nad częstością występowania TECSA różnią się, co wpływa na raportowaną częstość występowania, szczególnie w badaniach obejmujących specyficzne populacje.44

Różnice w procedurach stosowanych w badaniach nad TECSA mogą być odpowiedzialne za różnice w rejestrowanej częstości występowania TECSA, szczególnie w przypadku badań dzielonych na noce lub całonocnych.45

Zmienność diagnostyczna

Ponieważ wysiłek oddechowy nie jest bezpośrednio mierzony (np. za pomocą EMG przepony lub ciśnienia przełykowego), identyfikacja zdarzeń centralnych (szczególnie hipopnoe) może być trudna, co prowadzi do niedoszacowania CSA.46

Badania potwierdzają znaczną zmienność CSA pomiędzy kolejnymi nocami, zarówno w zakresie ciężkości, jak i rodzaju bezdechu (CSA vs. OSA).47 Istnieje pilna potrzeba prowadzenia dalszych badań w celu lepszego zdefiniowania różnych fenotypów CSA, opracowania ulepszonych narzędzi diagnostycznych i oceny długoterminowej skuteczności i bezpieczeństwa różnych strategii leczenia w różnych podgrupach.48

Znaczenie kliniczne i nadzór epidemiologiczny

Bezdech senny centralny jest poważnym stanem medycznym o potencjalnie istotnych konsekwencjach zdrowotnych. Częste wybudzenia związane z bezdechem sennym uniemożliwiają regeneracyjny sen.49 Nagłe spadki stężenia tlenu we krwi, które występują podczas centralnego bezdechu sennego, mogą wpływać na zdrowie serca.50

Szkodliwe skutki CSA obejmują nawracającą hipoksemię, sen nieprzynoszący wypoczynku, nadmierną senność w ciągu dnia, zmęczenie i dysfunkcje poznawcze.51 Niezależnie od tego, czy wzorzec oddychania ma charakter Cheyne’a-Stokesa, czy nie, zaburzenia oddychania prowadzą do szeregu niszczących skutków dla układu sercowo-naczyniowego. Przerywana hipoksja prowadzi do stanu zapalnego, niedokrwienia tkanek i dysfunkcji śródbłonka.52

Każde wybudzenie prowadzi do dyskretnego uwolnienia norepinefryny, która może prowadzić do apoptozy kardiomiocytów, arytmii serca, zatrzymania sodu i aktywacji układu renina-angiotensyna. W dłuższej perspektywie efekty te przyczyniają się do rozwoju niewydolności serca, dlatego nie jest zaskakujące, że pacjenci z niewydolnością serca i CSA mają zwiększone ryzyko ponownej hospitalizacji i zgonu.53

Z uwagi na heterogeniczność CSA, zindywidualizowane strategie postępowania mają kluczowe znaczenie dla optymalizacji wyników leczenia pacjentów i poprawy jakości życia.54 Leczenie CSA powinno być prowadzone przez zespół multidyscyplinarny – pulmonologa, kardiologa, fizjoterapeutę i specjalistę medycyny wewnętrznej (w celu leczenia podstawowej przyczyny CSA), gdy mogą występować wtórne przyczyny CSA, a leczenie i zalecenia specjalisty od snu mogły przeoczyć obecność istotnych chorób współistniejących.55

Rozpoznanie CSA opiera się na dokładnej analizie historii medycznej, przeglądzie stosowanych leków i objawach klinicznych, a w razie potrzeby jest potwierdzane badaniem snu w domu za pomocą przenośnego sprzętu lub w laboratorium snu za pomocą polisomnografii.56

Zakres badań epidemiologicznych wymaga rozszerzenia i standaryzacji, aby uzyskać jaśniejsze dane dotyczące częstości występowania.57 Ponieważ częstość występowania CSA i CSR jest niższa niż w przypadku OSA, wiedza i świadomość na temat CSA pozostaje stosunkowo ograniczona. W związku z tym ryzyko błędnej diagnozy CSA pozostaje dość wysokie.58

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  • #1 Central sleep apnea: Risk factors, clinical presentation, and diagnosis – UpToDate
    https://www.uptodate.com/contents/central-sleep-apnea-risk-factors-clinical-presentation-and-diagnosis/print
    Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a disorder characterized by repetitive cessation or decrease of both airflow and ventilatory effort during sleep. CSA is less common than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and is often associated with other medical conditions, especially heart failure, stroke, and opioid medications. Rare cases are primary or idiopathic. […] CSA is common, although less prevalent in the general population than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In a population-based study that included 5804 community-dwelling adults aged 40 years and older, the overall prevalence of CSA on polysomnography was 0.9 percent. Approximately half of the CSA cases were associated with Cheyne-Stokes breathing (0.4 percent overall). The median age of patients with CSA was 69 years. CSA was more common among patients with heart failure (4.8 percent) and in males compared with females (1.8 versus 0.2 percent). […] The prevalence of symptomatic CSA (ie, CSA syndrome) appears to be higher among older adults, males, those with certain comorbid medical conditions such as heart failure, and patients who chronically use opioids.
  • #2 Central sleep apnea – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/central-sleep-apnea/symptoms-causes/syc-20352109
    Central sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. […] Central sleep apnea is less common than obstructive sleep apnea. […] Central sleep apnea can result from other conditions, such as heart failure and stroke. […] Central sleep apnea occurs when your brain doesn’t transmit signals to your breathing muscles. […] The brainstem links the brain to the spinal cord. It controls many functions, including heart rate and breathing. Central sleep apnea can be caused by a number of conditions that affect the ability of the brainstem to control breathing. […] Certain factors put you at increased risk of central sleep apnea: Males are more likely to develop central sleep apnea than are females. […] Central sleep apnea is more common among older adults, especially those older than age 60.
  • #3 Prevalence and Characteristics of Central Compared to Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Analyses from the Sleep Heart Health Study Cohort
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4909617/
    Determine the prevalence of central sleep apnea (CSA) in a large community-based cohort using current definitions and contrast the clinical characteristics of subjects with CSA to those with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and no sleep apnea. […] The prevalences of CSA and Cheyne Stokes respiration (CSR) in this sample were 0.9 (95% confidence intervals [CI]: 0.71.2)% and 0.4 (95% CI: 0.30.6)%, respectively. […] This is the largest community-based study of the prevalence and characteristics of CSA to date and demonstrates a prevalence of CSA that is intermediate to those previously noted. […] According to contemporary criteria in the largest sleep cohort available, the current work demonstrates CSA prevalence to be 0.9% in adults aged 40 and older. […] The prevalence of CSA (defined as CSA-G in our sample) was noted to be quite low (0.9%) relative to the prevalence of OSA. […] Among subjects with heart failure the prevalence of OSA vastly exceeded CSA-G and CSR. […] This analysis of SHHS participants confirms a number of previously described associations regarding CSA, and estimates the prevalence of CSA in women for the first time in a large non-clinic based cohort.
  • #4 Central sleep apnea: Risk factors, clinical presentation, and diagnosis – UpToDate
    https://www.uptodate.com/contents/central-sleep-apnea-risk-factors-clinical-presentation-and-diagnosis/print
    Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a disorder characterized by repetitive cessation or decrease of both airflow and ventilatory effort during sleep. CSA is less common than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and is often associated with other medical conditions, especially heart failure, stroke, and opioid medications. Rare cases are primary or idiopathic. […] CSA is common, although less prevalent in the general population than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In a population-based study that included 5804 community-dwelling adults aged 40 years and older, the overall prevalence of CSA on polysomnography was 0.9 percent. Approximately half of the CSA cases were associated with Cheyne-Stokes breathing (0.4 percent overall). The median age of patients with CSA was 69 years. CSA was more common among patients with heart failure (4.8 percent) and in males compared with females (1.8 versus 0.2 percent). […] The prevalence of symptomatic CSA (ie, CSA syndrome) appears to be higher among older adults, males, those with certain comorbid medical conditions such as heart failure, and patients who chronically use opioids.
  • #5
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11910-022-01199-2
    The epidemiology of CSA is less well studied, but the prevalence of CSA is estimated to be 5 to 10% of patients with SDB. […] Central sleep apnea is a heterogeneous disease with multiple clinical manifestations. […] OSA is by far the more common condition; however, CSA is highly prevalent among certain patient groups. […] Complex sleep apnea (CompSA) is defined as the occurrence/emergence of CSA upon treatment of OSA. […] Central sleep apnea has a number of etiologies that also have varying underlying mechanisms, and broadly can be attributed to either inadequate ventilatory drive or a paradoxically excessive drive (elevated loop gain). […] In adults, CSA is often defined as the presence of at least 5 central events per hour, which can include central apneas or central hypopneas.
  • #6 The Quest for a Better PAP Titration Protocol for Central Sleep Apnea | Sleep Review
    https://sleepreviewmag.com/sleep-disorders/breathing-disorders/central-sleep-apnea/pap-titration-protocol-csa/
    Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is defined as the repetitive cessation or decrease of airflow during sleep and encompasses both obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), characterized by occlusion of the airway with continued effort to breathe, and central sleep apnea (CSA), characterized by the absence of respiratory drive to breathe and absence of respiratory effort on the polysomnogram (PSG). […] CSA comprises a small percentage of patients referred to the sleep laboratory and accounts for about 5% to 10% of patients with SDB. […] Treatment protocols for CSA are less well established. […] We contacted several sleep laboratories in our region and found no consensus on a PAP titration protocol for CSA; in some sleep labs, a written protocol did not even exist. […] The frequency of patients exhibiting CSA in any given sleep center is highly dependent on the referral pattern for that center.
  • #7 Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) Prevalence: Evolution of recent evidence
    https://www.sefam-uk.co.uk/post/central-sleep-apnea-csa-prevalence-evolution-of-recent-evidence
    Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a sleep disorder characterised by a lack of respiratory effort during sleep due to a failure of the brain to send appropriate signals to the muscles that control breathing. CSA can lead to disrupted sleep and low oxygen levels in the blood, and is commonly associated with other medical conditions, such as heart failure. […] The reported prevalence of CSA varies widely depending on the population being studied, the various diagnostic methods employed, and the specific definition used. There is a clear need for standardised diagnostic criteria and more robust epidemiological data. […] CSA is generally reported to range from 5-10% of individuals with sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBDs) in the general population. […] Idiopathic CSA represents 4-7% within sleep centre populations however this may underestimate the true prevalence due to limitations in current diagnostic approaches and verification biases.
  • #8 Central sleep apnea: Risk factors, clinical presentation, and diagnosis – UpToDate
    https://www.uptodate.com/contents/central-sleep-apnea-risk-factors-clinical-presentation-and-diagnosis/print
    Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a disorder characterized by repetitive cessation or decrease of both airflow and ventilatory effort during sleep. CSA is less common than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and is often associated with other medical conditions, especially heart failure, stroke, and opioid medications. Rare cases are primary or idiopathic. […] CSA is common, although less prevalent in the general population than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In a population-based study that included 5804 community-dwelling adults aged 40 years and older, the overall prevalence of CSA on polysomnography was 0.9 percent. Approximately half of the CSA cases were associated with Cheyne-Stokes breathing (0.4 percent overall). The median age of patients with CSA was 69 years. CSA was more common among patients with heart failure (4.8 percent) and in males compared with females (1.8 versus 0.2 percent). […] The prevalence of symptomatic CSA (ie, CSA syndrome) appears to be higher among older adults, males, those with certain comorbid medical conditions such as heart failure, and patients who chronically use opioids.
  • #9 The Prevalence of Central Sleep Apnea in a Community Based Study | remedē System
    https://remede.zoll.com/prevalence-csa-community-based-study/
    The study defined the CSA group as those whose central apnea index was greater than 5. Those with cheyne-stokes respiration were also included in the CSA group. […] Of the 5,804 participants: 0.9% had CSA. […] People with CSA were found to be older (65 years) and predominantly male (90.9%) compared to those with OSA. […] Furthermore, people who had CSA “were more likely to have a self-reported history of cardiovascular diseases or cardiovascular procedure”. […] Because prevalence of CSA and CSR is lower than that of OSA, knowledge and awareness of CSA remains somewhat limited. Thus, the chances of a misdiagnosis of CSA remains quite high.
  • #10 Central Sleep Apnea – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK578199/
    Bixler et al. demonstrated that the central apnea index was higher in older adults when compared to the middle age group (12.1% vs. 1.8%). The prevalence of CSA tends to increase with age and is higher in the elderly population above 65 years of age. A cross-sectional study reported the prevalence of CSA in men aged 65 years and older as 2.7% by using a modified form of the ICSD-3 classification. […] It can be explained by relatively increased chemo responsiveness in the elderly population that prone them to develop central apnea, particularly during non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep. Compared with men, women are less susceptible and often require a larger magnitude of hypocapnia to develop central apnea.
  • #11 Central Sleep Apnea – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK578199/
    Bixler et al. demonstrated that the central apnea index was higher in older adults when compared to the middle age group (12.1% vs. 1.8%). The prevalence of CSA tends to increase with age and is higher in the elderly population above 65 years of age. A cross-sectional study reported the prevalence of CSA in men aged 65 years and older as 2.7% by using a modified form of the ICSD-3 classification. […] It can be explained by relatively increased chemo responsiveness in the elderly population that prone them to develop central apnea, particularly during non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep. Compared with men, women are less susceptible and often require a larger magnitude of hypocapnia to develop central apnea.
  • #12 Central Sleep Apnea – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK578199/
    Bixler et al. demonstrated that the central apnea index was higher in older adults when compared to the middle age group (12.1% vs. 1.8%). The prevalence of CSA tends to increase with age and is higher in the elderly population above 65 years of age. A cross-sectional study reported the prevalence of CSA in men aged 65 years and older as 2.7% by using a modified form of the ICSD-3 classification. […] It can be explained by relatively increased chemo responsiveness in the elderly population that prone them to develop central apnea, particularly during non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep. Compared with men, women are less susceptible and often require a larger magnitude of hypocapnia to develop central apnea.
  • #13 Central sleep apnea: Risk factors, clinical presentation, and diagnosis – UpToDate
    https://www.uptodate.com/contents/central-sleep-apnea-risk-factors-clinical-presentation-and-diagnosis/print
    Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a disorder characterized by repetitive cessation or decrease of both airflow and ventilatory effort during sleep. CSA is less common than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and is often associated with other medical conditions, especially heart failure, stroke, and opioid medications. Rare cases are primary or idiopathic. […] CSA is common, although less prevalent in the general population than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In a population-based study that included 5804 community-dwelling adults aged 40 years and older, the overall prevalence of CSA on polysomnography was 0.9 percent. Approximately half of the CSA cases were associated with Cheyne-Stokes breathing (0.4 percent overall). The median age of patients with CSA was 69 years. CSA was more common among patients with heart failure (4.8 percent) and in males compared with females (1.8 versus 0.2 percent). […] The prevalence of symptomatic CSA (ie, CSA syndrome) appears to be higher among older adults, males, those with certain comorbid medical conditions such as heart failure, and patients who chronically use opioids.
  • #14 Central Sleep Apnea – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK578199/
    Bixler et al. demonstrated that the central apnea index was higher in older adults when compared to the middle age group (12.1% vs. 1.8%). The prevalence of CSA tends to increase with age and is higher in the elderly population above 65 years of age. A cross-sectional study reported the prevalence of CSA in men aged 65 years and older as 2.7% by using a modified form of the ICSD-3 classification. […] It can be explained by relatively increased chemo responsiveness in the elderly population that prone them to develop central apnea, particularly during non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep. Compared with men, women are less susceptible and often require a larger magnitude of hypocapnia to develop central apnea.
  • #15 Central sleep apnea: Risk factors, clinical presentation, and diagnosis – UpToDate
    https://www.uptodate.com/contents/central-sleep-apnea-risk-factors-clinical-presentation-and-diagnosis/print
    Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a disorder characterized by repetitive cessation or decrease of both airflow and ventilatory effort during sleep. CSA is less common than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and is often associated with other medical conditions, especially heart failure, stroke, and opioid medications. Rare cases are primary or idiopathic. […] CSA is common, although less prevalent in the general population than obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In a population-based study that included 5804 community-dwelling adults aged 40 years and older, the overall prevalence of CSA on polysomnography was 0.9 percent. Approximately half of the CSA cases were associated with Cheyne-Stokes breathing (0.4 percent overall). The median age of patients with CSA was 69 years. CSA was more common among patients with heart failure (4.8 percent) and in males compared with females (1.8 versus 0.2 percent). […] The prevalence of symptomatic CSA (ie, CSA syndrome) appears to be higher among older adults, males, those with certain comorbid medical conditions such as heart failure, and patients who chronically use opioids.
  • #16
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11910-022-01199-2
    For patients with heart failure, criteria vary but the diagnosis of CSA is typically at least 15 events per hour with at least 50% of events being central. […] However, since effort is not directly measured (such as via diaphragm EMG or esophageal pressure), identifying central events (particularly hypopneas) can be difficult, leading to CSAs being underreported. […] Cheyne-Stokes breathing occurs in a large proportion of patients with heart failure and is a well-described phenomenon. […] It is present in 20-40% of patients with left ventricular systolic dysfunction and is a common clinical manifestation of central apnea. […] Approximately 10% of patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) also clinically demonstrate CSA during CPAP titration studies, which can contribute to poor adherence with therapy.
  • #17 Identification and Treatment of Central Sleep Apnoea: Beyond SERVE-HF | CFR Journal
    https://www.cfrjournal.com/articles/identification-and-treatment-central-sleep-apnoea-beyond-serve-hf?language_content_entity=en
    Central sleep apnoea (CSA) occurs in a large proportion of HF patients. CSA has clear detrimental effects, resulting in intermittent hypoxia and sympathetic activation, and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. […] Central sleep apnoea (CSA) occurs in approximately one-third of patients with HF and is associated with a significant increase in morbidity and mortality compared to HF patients without CSA. CSA results in intermittent hypoxia and activation of the reninangiotensin system, which contributes to worsening HF. […] The prevalence of CSA in patients with HF and reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) is well documented and has remained remarkably stable, estimated at 37-51 %, even with guideline-directed medical therapy. […] The prevalence of CSA increases with the severity of HF, but it also occurs in patients with mild symptoms.
  • #18 Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) Prevalence: Evolution of recent evidence
    https://www.sefam-uk.co.uk/post/central-sleep-apnea-csa-prevalence-evolution-of-recent-evidence
    Significant variation exists: Prevalence ranges from 7% to 69% depending on the left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and the clinical presentation of the CHF. […] Studies show that it is highly prevalent in patients with symptomatic left ventricular systolic dysfunction (55%) and moderate to severe HF with reduced EF (34%-69%). […] Studies with a more stable CHF population report much lower figures (7-15%). […] Studies confirm significant night-to-night variability in CSA severity and even type of apnoea (CSA vs. OSA). […] Data reported in recent published studies offer a range of prevalence figures, reflecting the heterogeneous nature of CSA and the challenges in precisely defining and measuring its occurrence across diverse patient populations. […] A recent publication by Joskin and Bruyneel 2024 report on the prevalence of CSA in the elderly which does shine a spotlight on the importance of proper diagnosis, reporting and documenting CSA in this population.
  • #19 Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) Prevalence: Evolution of recent evidence
    https://www.sefam-uk.co.uk/post/central-sleep-apnea-csa-prevalence-evolution-of-recent-evidence
    Significant variation exists: Prevalence ranges from 7% to 69% depending on the left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and the clinical presentation of the CHF. […] Studies show that it is highly prevalent in patients with symptomatic left ventricular systolic dysfunction (55%) and moderate to severe HF with reduced EF (34%-69%). […] Studies with a more stable CHF population report much lower figures (7-15%). […] Studies confirm significant night-to-night variability in CSA severity and even type of apnoea (CSA vs. OSA). […] Data reported in recent published studies offer a range of prevalence figures, reflecting the heterogeneous nature of CSA and the challenges in precisely defining and measuring its occurrence across diverse patient populations. […] A recent publication by Joskin and Bruyneel 2024 report on the prevalence of CSA in the elderly which does shine a spotlight on the importance of proper diagnosis, reporting and documenting CSA in this population.
  • #20 Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) Prevalence: Evolution of recent evidence
    https://www.sefam-uk.co.uk/post/central-sleep-apnea-csa-prevalence-evolution-of-recent-evidence
    Significant variation exists: Prevalence ranges from 7% to 69% depending on the left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and the clinical presentation of the CHF. […] Studies show that it is highly prevalent in patients with symptomatic left ventricular systolic dysfunction (55%) and moderate to severe HF with reduced EF (34%-69%). […] Studies with a more stable CHF population report much lower figures (7-15%). […] Studies confirm significant night-to-night variability in CSA severity and even type of apnoea (CSA vs. OSA). […] Data reported in recent published studies offer a range of prevalence figures, reflecting the heterogeneous nature of CSA and the challenges in precisely defining and measuring its occurrence across diverse patient populations. […] A recent publication by Joskin and Bruyneel 2024 report on the prevalence of CSA in the elderly which does shine a spotlight on the importance of proper diagnosis, reporting and documenting CSA in this population.
  • #21
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11910-022-01199-2
    Primary or idiopathic CSA occurs without any identifiable cardiac or neurological cause or medication use that could induce CSA. […] Central sleep apnea occurs in practically all people at arrival to high altitude (e.g., elevations above 2500 m). […] Opioid-induced CSA is a relatively newly recognized phenomenon and studies suggest that approximately one-third of patients on chronic opioids have some degree of CSA. […] This pattern usually occurs in patients with cardiac, renal, or neuromuscular disease, but who do not demonstrate Cheyne-Stokes breathing. […] Ultimately, although central respiratory events during sleep are seen in neurological diseases, the majority of central apnea observed clinically is from other etiologies.
  • #22
    https://journals.lww.com/anesthesia-analgesia/fulltext/2015/06000/chronic_opioid_use_and_central_sleep_apnea__a.17.aspx
    Chronic opioid use has been associated with the development of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) such as central sleep apnea (CSA). […] The overall prevalence of CSA in patients taking chronic opioids was high (24%). […] The overall prevalence of CSA in patients taking chronic opioids was 24%. […] Limited data are available on the perioperative management of patients with CSA associated with chronic opioid use.
  • #23 Central Sleep Apnea Syndromes: Practice Essentials, Pathophysiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/304967-overview
    Predominant central apnea is uncommon and is seen in less than 10% of patients presenting for PSG. In the general population, the prevalence of central sleep apnea is less than 1%. […] CSB-CSA has been reported in 25-40% of patients with heart failure and in 10% of patients who have had a stroke. CSA related to chronic kidney disease has been reported as in up to 10% of patients. […] Although data is insufficient to establish the prevalence, CSA occurs in neurological disorders with impaired central command and/or peripheral muscle weakness including multiple-system atrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis and neuromuscular disease. […] One study has reported the prevalence rate of central sleep apnea at 30% in a population of patients in a stable methadone maintenance program.
  • #24 Central Sleep Apnea: Potential Impact of Benzodiazepines, Opioids, and CYP3A4 Inhibitors
    https://www.uspharmacist.com/article/central-sleep-apnea-potential-impact-of-benzodiazepines-opioids-and-cyp3a4-inhibitors
    While CSA is most often associated with obstructive sleep apnea syndromes, it is also associated with or caused by an underlying medical condition, a recent ascent to high altitude, drugs, or substance abuse. […] The prevalence of CSA is less than 1% in the general population, Wang et al reported the prevalence rate of CSA at 30% in a population of patients in a stable methadone maintenance program. […] Vigilance regarding the use of opioids and benzodiazepines, among others, in the elderly and in the elderly and other individuals with cardiac, respiratory, or neurologic disease is necessary to protect those at greater risk of CSA.
  • #25 Central sleep apnea – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_sleep_apnea
    Central sleep apnea is less prevalent than obstructive sleep apnea. In one study, CSA is stated to have a prevalence of 0.9% in comparison to OSA. […] There are many factors that increase the risk of developing CSA. Chronic opioid use produces a mean prevalence in central sleep apnea development of 24%. An estimate of 10% of chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients have a CSA diagnosis. Cohort studies of stroke patients show a 70% development rate of CSA within 72 hours of the stroke event, although CSA was detected in less than 17% after 3 months of follow-up. Another cohort study from the Sleep Heart Healthy study showed incidence of CSA in heart failure patients to be 0.9%. […] Central sleep apnea is common in preterm, newborn, and infancy stages but a decrease in risk is found with aging and maturity of the central nervous system. Underlying neurological disorders are the most common cause of CSA in full term infants. Of the apnea related events in preterm infants born at less than 29 weeks, 25% are central in origin.
  • #26 Central sleep apnea | MedLink Neurology
    https://www.medlink.com/articles/central-sleep-apnea
    Although heart failure is a risk factor for central sleep apnea and Cheyne-Stokes respiration, studies have failed to consistently show improved central sleep apnea or Cheyne-Stokes respiration with heart transplant or cardiac-assisted device. […] Prevalence and incidence of atrial fibrillation were higher in patients with central sleep apnea than in those with obstructive or no sleep apnea. […] According to a meta-analysis of 75 studies, the overall prevalence of central sleep apnea was seen in 10% (95%CI 6.5 – 14.9) of patients after stroke. […] A review of eight studies reported an aggregate point prevalence of 9.6% for central sleep apnea in chronic kidney disease. […] The most common class of medications associated with central sleep apnea is opioids. […] The reported prevalence of treatment-emergent sleep apnea ranges from 5% to 20.3%, with a higher prevalence in split-night studies compared to full-night titration.
  • #27 Central sleep apnea – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_sleep_apnea
    Central sleep apnea is less prevalent than obstructive sleep apnea. In one study, CSA is stated to have a prevalence of 0.9% in comparison to OSA. […] There are many factors that increase the risk of developing CSA. Chronic opioid use produces a mean prevalence in central sleep apnea development of 24%. An estimate of 10% of chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients have a CSA diagnosis. Cohort studies of stroke patients show a 70% development rate of CSA within 72 hours of the stroke event, although CSA was detected in less than 17% after 3 months of follow-up. Another cohort study from the Sleep Heart Healthy study showed incidence of CSA in heart failure patients to be 0.9%. […] Central sleep apnea is common in preterm, newborn, and infancy stages but a decrease in risk is found with aging and maturity of the central nervous system. Underlying neurological disorders are the most common cause of CSA in full term infants. Of the apnea related events in preterm infants born at less than 29 weeks, 25% are central in origin.
  • #28 Central sleep apnea | MedLink Neurology
    https://www.medlink.com/articles/central-sleep-apnea
    Although heart failure is a risk factor for central sleep apnea and Cheyne-Stokes respiration, studies have failed to consistently show improved central sleep apnea or Cheyne-Stokes respiration with heart transplant or cardiac-assisted device. […] Prevalence and incidence of atrial fibrillation were higher in patients with central sleep apnea than in those with obstructive or no sleep apnea. […] According to a meta-analysis of 75 studies, the overall prevalence of central sleep apnea was seen in 10% (95%CI 6.5 – 14.9) of patients after stroke. […] A review of eight studies reported an aggregate point prevalence of 9.6% for central sleep apnea in chronic kidney disease. […] The most common class of medications associated with central sleep apnea is opioids. […] The reported prevalence of treatment-emergent sleep apnea ranges from 5% to 20.3%, with a higher prevalence in split-night studies compared to full-night titration.
  • #29
    https://journals.lww.com/cmj/fulltext/2020/11200/treatment_emergent_central_sleep_apnea__a_unique.12.aspx
    Treatment-emergent central sleep apnea (TECSA) is a specific form of sleep-disordered breathing, characterized by the emergence or persistence of central apneas during treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. […] The prevalence of TECSA varied widely in different studies. […] The prevalence of TECSA appears to vary widely among different studies ranging from 0.56% to 20.3%. […] Most studies on the prevalence of TECSA are retrospective studies, and they often have limitations such as selection bias. […] The estimated range of the prevalence of TECSA in patients with untreated OSA was from 5% to 20%. […] The differences in the procedures used in studies on TECSA may be responsible for the differences in the recorded prevalence of TECSA, especially for split-night or full-night studies.
  • #30 Complex Sleep Apnea Causes and Treatment
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-complex-or-treatmentemergent-sleep-apnea-3015311
    Complex sleep apnea may be relatively common during the initial treatment period with CPAP or even bilevel therapy. […] Complex sleep apnea is estimated to affect from 2% to 20% of people as they start using CPAP therapy and may be seen more often on the first or second night of use. […] The true incidence and degree of persistence are not well defined because the condition can resolve as treatment continues. […] Complex sleep apnea may be noted to persist on routine download of PAP compliance data. […] If more than five central apnea events are occurring per hour, despite the obstructive sleep apnea events resolving, this might prompt changes. […] Persistent complex sleep apnea associated with a high residual AHI may cause continued sleep fragmentation and oxygen desaturation (low oxygen levels in the blood). […] Complex sleep apnea will usually improve in 98% of cases as therapy continues (after about eight weeks). […] Complex sleep apnea is a condition that develops during the use of CPAP to treat obstructive sleep apnea.
  • #31
    https://journals.lww.com/cmj/fulltext/2020/11200/treatment_emergent_central_sleep_apnea__a_unique.12.aspx
    Treatment-emergent central sleep apnea (TECSA) is a specific form of sleep-disordered breathing, characterized by the emergence or persistence of central apneas during treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. […] The prevalence of TECSA varied widely in different studies. […] The prevalence of TECSA appears to vary widely among different studies ranging from 0.56% to 20.3%. […] Most studies on the prevalence of TECSA are retrospective studies, and they often have limitations such as selection bias. […] The estimated range of the prevalence of TECSA in patients with untreated OSA was from 5% to 20%. […] The differences in the procedures used in studies on TECSA may be responsible for the differences in the recorded prevalence of TECSA, especially for split-night or full-night studies.
  • #32
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11325-024-02999-1
    To investigate the prevalence of treatment-emergent central sleep apnea (TECSA) in individuals with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) during continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) titration and assess their polysomnographic characteristics. […] While on CPAP titration, 20 of the 116 patients developed central sleep apnea (CSA). The prevalence of TECSA in the patients with OSAS was 17.2%, being separately determined as 16.3% and 2.2% for the male and female patients, respectively. […] TECSA is a phenomenon that can occur with obstructive sleep apnea treatment and mostly regress spontaneously following appropriate CPAP treatment. TECSA is observed at different rates of prevalence. In this study, the prevalence of TECSA was higher than previously reported.
  • #33 Emergent central sleep apnea during CPAP therapy-clinical implications – Mador – Journal of Thoracic Disease
    https://jtd.amegroups.org/article/view/16430/html
    CPAP emergent central sleep apnea (CSA) (classified as treatment emergent CSA) is a well-recognized phenomenon that has been included in the current edition of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders. […] CPAP emergent CSAs prevalence is highly variable in the literature. In a recent systematic review and meta-analysis, nine studies were identified that addressed the prevalence of CPAP emergent CSA. Prevalence varied from 5.0% to 20.3% with an aggregate point estimate of 8.4%. […] CPAP emergent CSA usually resolves over time. However, it can also persist over time (defined as CPAP persistent CSA) and can develop later in the course of PAP treatment despite being absent during the initial diagnostic sleep study (defined as emergent CSA). […] In a recent study, a different approach to examining CPAP emergent CSA was employed.
  • #34 Emergent central sleep apnea during CPAP therapy-clinical implications – Mador – Journal of Thoracic Disease
    https://jtd.amegroups.org/article/view/16430/html
    They found that 3.5% of patients had CPAP emergent CSA, in 55.1% it was transient, 25.2% had persistent and 19.7% had late CPAP emergent CSA. […] Finally, the authors showed that subjects who developed CPAP emergent CSA had lower CPAP compliance during the first 90 days and were more likely to stop using CPAP.
  • #35 Emergent central sleep apnea during CPAP therapy-clinical implications – Mador – Journal of Thoracic Disease
    https://jtd.amegroups.org/article/view/16430/html
    CPAP emergent central sleep apnea (CSA) (classified as treatment emergent CSA) is a well-recognized phenomenon that has been included in the current edition of the International Classification of Sleep Disorders. […] CPAP emergent CSAs prevalence is highly variable in the literature. In a recent systematic review and meta-analysis, nine studies were identified that addressed the prevalence of CPAP emergent CSA. Prevalence varied from 5.0% to 20.3% with an aggregate point estimate of 8.4%. […] CPAP emergent CSA usually resolves over time. However, it can also persist over time (defined as CPAP persistent CSA) and can develop later in the course of PAP treatment despite being absent during the initial diagnostic sleep study (defined as emergent CSA). […] In a recent study, a different approach to examining CPAP emergent CSA was employed.
  • #36 Evaluation of the Impact of Body Position on Primary Central Sleep Apnea Syndrome | Archivos de Bronconeumología
    https://www.archbronconeumol.org/en-evaluation-impact-body-position-on-articulo-S0300289620300818
    Overall, 39 subjects diagnosed with primary CSA were included in the study; 61.5% of the subjects had primary PCSA. […] Our results demonstrated that the rate of primary PCSA was high (61.5%) and primary PCSA was associated with milder disease severity compared with non-PCSA. […] In this study, we aimed to investigate the impact of body position on primary central sleep apnea syndrome. Our results demonstrated that primary PCSA was observed in 61.5% of patients with primary CSA. Additionally, primary PCSA was associated with milder disease severity compared with non-PCSA. […] The classification of patients with primary CSA regarding positional dependency may be helpful in terms of developing clinical approaches and treatment recommendations. Further clinical studies are required to validate this approach.
  • #37 Evaluation of the Impact of Body Position on Primary Central Sleep Apnea Syndrome | Archivos de Bronconeumología
    https://www.archbronconeumol.org/en-evaluation-impact-body-position-on-articulo-S0300289620300818
    Overall, 39 subjects diagnosed with primary CSA were included in the study; 61.5% of the subjects had primary PCSA. […] Our results demonstrated that the rate of primary PCSA was high (61.5%) and primary PCSA was associated with milder disease severity compared with non-PCSA. […] In this study, we aimed to investigate the impact of body position on primary central sleep apnea syndrome. Our results demonstrated that primary PCSA was observed in 61.5% of patients with primary CSA. Additionally, primary PCSA was associated with milder disease severity compared with non-PCSA. […] The classification of patients with primary CSA regarding positional dependency may be helpful in terms of developing clinical approaches and treatment recommendations. Further clinical studies are required to validate this approach.
  • #38 Central sleep apnea – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_sleep_apnea
    Central sleep apnea is less prevalent than obstructive sleep apnea. In one study, CSA is stated to have a prevalence of 0.9% in comparison to OSA. […] There are many factors that increase the risk of developing CSA. Chronic opioid use produces a mean prevalence in central sleep apnea development of 24%. An estimate of 10% of chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients have a CSA diagnosis. Cohort studies of stroke patients show a 70% development rate of CSA within 72 hours of the stroke event, although CSA was detected in less than 17% after 3 months of follow-up. Another cohort study from the Sleep Heart Healthy study showed incidence of CSA in heart failure patients to be 0.9%. […] Central sleep apnea is common in preterm, newborn, and infancy stages but a decrease in risk is found with aging and maturity of the central nervous system. Underlying neurological disorders are the most common cause of CSA in full term infants. Of the apnea related events in preterm infants born at less than 29 weeks, 25% are central in origin.
  • #39 Central sleep apnea – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_sleep_apnea
    Central sleep apnea is less prevalent than obstructive sleep apnea. In one study, CSA is stated to have a prevalence of 0.9% in comparison to OSA. […] There are many factors that increase the risk of developing CSA. Chronic opioid use produces a mean prevalence in central sleep apnea development of 24%. An estimate of 10% of chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients have a CSA diagnosis. Cohort studies of stroke patients show a 70% development rate of CSA within 72 hours of the stroke event, although CSA was detected in less than 17% after 3 months of follow-up. Another cohort study from the Sleep Heart Healthy study showed incidence of CSA in heart failure patients to be 0.9%. […] Central sleep apnea is common in preterm, newborn, and infancy stages but a decrease in risk is found with aging and maturity of the central nervous system. Underlying neurological disorders are the most common cause of CSA in full term infants. Of the apnea related events in preterm infants born at less than 29 weeks, 25% are central in origin.
  • #40 Central sleep apnea – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_sleep_apnea
    CSA is less common after 2 years of age. The prevalence of CSA in healthy children aging 10 to 18 years is 30%. Children with underlying medical conditions fall under a prevalence rate of 4-6%. For children diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), CSA is more common and can occur in up to 53% of cases. […] Research shows that rates of sleep apnea are higher in adults over the age of 65 years, due to older individuals having higher risks of developing CSA due to pre-existing medical conditions. Recorded prevalence in a cohort study of 2,911 men over the age of 65 was 7.5%. There is reduced risk of CSA in women, and a higher incidence in men. One study showed the incidence of CSA in men was 7.8% and 0.3% in women, stating a difference in hormones have an effect on the apneic threshold (AT) for apnea.
  • #41 Central Sleep Apnoea in Children
    https://www.oatext.com/central-sleep-apnoea-in-children.php
    Central sleep apnoea (CSA) has been described in the adult population but there is limited information in children. So, the objective of this study was to focus epidemiology, clinical manifestations, pathophysiology, investigation and proper management of CSA in children. […] The prevalence of Central sleep apnoea (CSA) in healthy children is thought to be about 46%. […] The overall prevalence of CSA in children is about 4 to 6%. […] Whole night polysomnography is the gold standard test for diagnosis of central sleep apnoea in children. […] In healthy children CSA is rare but if happened need extensive investigation and to find out exact underlying condition, most common of which may be neuroanatomical abnormalities and remain asymptomatic long time.
  • #42 Central sleep apnea – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Central_sleep_apnea
    CSA is less common after 2 years of age. The prevalence of CSA in healthy children aging 10 to 18 years is 30%. Children with underlying medical conditions fall under a prevalence rate of 4-6%. For children diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), CSA is more common and can occur in up to 53% of cases. […] Research shows that rates of sleep apnea are higher in adults over the age of 65 years, due to older individuals having higher risks of developing CSA due to pre-existing medical conditions. Recorded prevalence in a cohort study of 2,911 men over the age of 65 was 7.5%. There is reduced risk of CSA in women, and a higher incidence in men. One study showed the incidence of CSA in men was 7.8% and 0.3% in women, stating a difference in hormones have an effect on the apneic threshold (AT) for apnea.
  • #43
    https://journals.lww.com/cmj/fulltext/2020/11200/treatment_emergent_central_sleep_apnea__a_unique.12.aspx
    Treatment-emergent central sleep apnea (TECSA) is a specific form of sleep-disordered breathing, characterized by the emergence or persistence of central apneas during treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. […] The prevalence of TECSA varied widely in different studies. […] The prevalence of TECSA appears to vary widely among different studies ranging from 0.56% to 20.3%. […] Most studies on the prevalence of TECSA are retrospective studies, and they often have limitations such as selection bias. […] The estimated range of the prevalence of TECSA in patients with untreated OSA was from 5% to 20%. […] The differences in the procedures used in studies on TECSA may be responsible for the differences in the recorded prevalence of TECSA, especially for split-night or full-night studies.
  • #44
    https://journals.lww.com/cmj/fulltext/2020/11200/treatment_emergent_central_sleep_apnea__a_unique.12.aspx
    The inclusion criteria for the subjects in the TECSA prevalence studies varied, thus, the reported prevalence of TECSA varied as well, especially in studies that involved specific populations. […] The high prevalence (18%) of CSA in OSA patients with CHF and the low prevalence (0.56%) of CSA in OSA patients without evidence of heart failure indicate that CHF is a potentially important risk factor for TECSA. […] Despite so many findings from several studies, many questions regarding TECSA remain. First, the reported prevalence and natural course of TECSA vary widely in different studies. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out a large epidemiological survey with rigorous and superior scientific design.
  • #45
    https://journals.lww.com/cmj/fulltext/2020/11200/treatment_emergent_central_sleep_apnea__a_unique.12.aspx
    Treatment-emergent central sleep apnea (TECSA) is a specific form of sleep-disordered breathing, characterized by the emergence or persistence of central apneas during treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. […] The prevalence of TECSA varied widely in different studies. […] The prevalence of TECSA appears to vary widely among different studies ranging from 0.56% to 20.3%. […] Most studies on the prevalence of TECSA are retrospective studies, and they often have limitations such as selection bias. […] The estimated range of the prevalence of TECSA in patients with untreated OSA was from 5% to 20%. […] The differences in the procedures used in studies on TECSA may be responsible for the differences in the recorded prevalence of TECSA, especially for split-night or full-night studies.
  • #46
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11910-022-01199-2
    The epidemiology of CSA is less well studied, but the prevalence of CSA is estimated to be 5 to 10% of patients with SDB. […] Central sleep apnea is a heterogeneous disease with multiple clinical manifestations. […] OSA is by far the more common condition; however, CSA is highly prevalent among certain patient groups. […] Complex sleep apnea (CompSA) is defined as the occurrence/emergence of CSA upon treatment of OSA. […] Central sleep apnea has a number of etiologies that also have varying underlying mechanisms, and broadly can be attributed to either inadequate ventilatory drive or a paradoxically excessive drive (elevated loop gain). […] In adults, CSA is often defined as the presence of at least 5 central events per hour, which can include central apneas or central hypopneas.
  • #47 Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) Prevalence: Evolution of recent evidence
    https://www.sefam-uk.co.uk/post/central-sleep-apnea-csa-prevalence-evolution-of-recent-evidence
    Significant variation exists: Prevalence ranges from 7% to 69% depending on the left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and the clinical presentation of the CHF. […] Studies show that it is highly prevalent in patients with symptomatic left ventricular systolic dysfunction (55%) and moderate to severe HF with reduced EF (34%-69%). […] Studies with a more stable CHF population report much lower figures (7-15%). […] Studies confirm significant night-to-night variability in CSA severity and even type of apnoea (CSA vs. OSA). […] Data reported in recent published studies offer a range of prevalence figures, reflecting the heterogeneous nature of CSA and the challenges in precisely defining and measuring its occurrence across diverse patient populations. […] A recent publication by Joskin and Bruyneel 2024 report on the prevalence of CSA in the elderly which does shine a spotlight on the importance of proper diagnosis, reporting and documenting CSA in this population.
  • #48 Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) Prevalence: Evolution of recent evidence
    https://www.sefam-uk.co.uk/post/central-sleep-apnea-csa-prevalence-evolution-of-recent-evidence
    CSA is particularly prevalent among elderly patients with congestive heart failure (CHF), with prevalence rates varying widely (7-69%) depending on the severity and type of CHF. […] There is a pressing need for more research to better define the different phenotypes of CSA in elderly patients, to develop improved diagnostic tools, and to assess the long-term efficacy and safety of different treatment strategies across various subgroups. […] It is apparent that the scope of epidemiological research needs expansion and standardisation to yield clearer prevalence metrics.
  • #49 Central sleep apnea – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/central-sleep-apnea/symptoms-causes/syc-20352109
    Heart problems put people at higher risk of central sleep apnea. […] These brain conditions can affect the brain’s ability to regulate breathing. […] Opioid medicines may increase the risk of central sleep apnea. […] Central sleep apnea is a serious medical condition. Some complications include: The repeated awakenings associated with sleep apnea make restorative sleep impossible. […] Sudden drops in blood oxygen levels that occur during central sleep apnea can affect heart health.
  • #50 Central sleep apnea – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/central-sleep-apnea/symptoms-causes/syc-20352109
    Heart problems put people at higher risk of central sleep apnea. […] These brain conditions can affect the brain’s ability to regulate breathing. […] Opioid medicines may increase the risk of central sleep apnea. […] Central sleep apnea is a serious medical condition. Some complications include: The repeated awakenings associated with sleep apnea make restorative sleep impossible. […] Sudden drops in blood oxygen levels that occur during central sleep apnea can affect heart health.
  • #51 The Quest for a Better PAP Titration Protocol for Central Sleep Apnea | Sleep Review
    https://sleepreviewmag.com/sleep-disorders/breathing-disorders/central-sleep-apnea/pap-titration-protocol-csa/
    The detrimental effects of CSA include recurrent hypoxemia, non-restorative sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, fatigue, and cognitive dysfunction. […] In the sleep laboratory, it is critical the technologist be able to differentiate between obstructive and central events to appropriately choose a treatment pathway. […] Published PAP titration protocols for CSA have included use of the range of PAP therapies including CPAP, bilevel PAP (BPAP), and adaptive servoventilation (ASV) with ASV emerging as the therapy of choice. […] However, the 2015 report related to the SERVE-HF study showing an increase in mortality in patients treated with ASV therapy who had an ejection fraction of ? 45% prompted the recommendation that ASV not be used in this subset of the population. […] Our protocol is based on a split-night study. […] We continue to re-assess our CSA PAP titration protocol relative to new research, updated practice parameters, and ongoing experience in our laboratory to ensure we continue to maximize patient treatment outcomes.
  • #52 Identification and Treatment of Central Sleep Apnoea: Beyond SERVE-HF | CFR Journal
    https://www.cfrjournal.com/articles/identification-and-treatment-central-sleep-apnoea-beyond-serve-hf?language_content_entity=en
    Regardless of whether the pattern is Cheyne-Stokes or non-Cheyne-Stokes, the effects of the breathing disorder result in a number of devastating effects to the cardiovascular system. Intermittent hypoxia leads to inflammation, tissue ischaemia and endothelial dysfunction. […] Each arousal results in a discrete release of norepinephrine. Norepinephrine can lead to cardiac myocyte apoptosis, cardiac arrhythmias, sodium retention and activation of the renin-angiotensin system. Long term, these effects contribute to the downward cycle of HF; therefore, it is not surprising that patients with HF and CSA have an increased risk of recurrent hospitalisation and death. […] A number of therapeutic approaches have been utilised for the treatment of CSA. […] The largest randomised controlled trial with the use of continuous PAP (CPAP; single level of air pressure delivered throughout the night) was the Canadian CPAP for Patients with CSA and HF (CANPAP) trial.
  • #53 Identification and Treatment of Central Sleep Apnoea: Beyond SERVE-HF | CFR Journal
    https://www.cfrjournal.com/articles/identification-and-treatment-central-sleep-apnoea-beyond-serve-hf?language_content_entity=en
    Regardless of whether the pattern is Cheyne-Stokes or non-Cheyne-Stokes, the effects of the breathing disorder result in a number of devastating effects to the cardiovascular system. Intermittent hypoxia leads to inflammation, tissue ischaemia and endothelial dysfunction. […] Each arousal results in a discrete release of norepinephrine. Norepinephrine can lead to cardiac myocyte apoptosis, cardiac arrhythmias, sodium retention and activation of the renin-angiotensin system. Long term, these effects contribute to the downward cycle of HF; therefore, it is not surprising that patients with HF and CSA have an increased risk of recurrent hospitalisation and death. […] A number of therapeutic approaches have been utilised for the treatment of CSA. […] The largest randomised controlled trial with the use of continuous PAP (CPAP; single level of air pressure delivered throughout the night) was the Canadian CPAP for Patients with CSA and HF (CANPAP) trial.
  • #54 Central Sleep Apnea in Adults: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Diagnosis and Management—A Narrative Review
    https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/7/2369
    The main objectives are to stabilize sleep and treat the causes that led to CSA. […] Diagnosis relies on polysomnography and polygraphy, with treatment requiring a multidisciplinary approach. […] Given the heterogeneity of CSA, individualized management strategies are crucial to optimizing patient outcomes and improving quality of life.
  • #55 Central Sleep Apnea in Adults: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Diagnosis and Management—A Narrative Review
    https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/7/2369
    Central sleep apnea (CSA) is a heterogeneous group of sleep-related breathing disorders characterized by intermittent absence of respiratory effort during sleep. […] CSA is found in approximately 5% of all cases of sleep apnea. […] CSA is more common in the elderly than in the middle-aged, and it is quite rare compared to OSA (about 2–3% of all sleep apnea). […] Common risk factors for CSA are frequently encountered as complex forms of heart failure due to systolic deficit, significant rhythm disturbances, cerebrovascular and central nervous diseases in general, and in case of opioid use. […] The treatment of CSA should be managed by a multidisciplinary team—pulmonologist, cardiologist, physiotherapist, and specialist of internal medicine (to treat underlying cause of CSA) when secondary causes of CSA might be present and treatment and recommendations from a sleep specialist could overlook the presence of significant comorbidities.
  • #56 Central Sleep Apnea – Pulmonary Disorders – Merck Manual Professional Edition
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/pulmonary-disorders/sleep-apnea/central-sleep-apnea
    Central sleep apnea (CSA) is much less common than obstructive sleep apnea but is not rare. CSA is present in about 0.9% of people in the community (1). CSA is more common in older adults, males, and patients with cardiovascular disease such as heart failure. CSA also may occur in children (2). […] Diagnosis of CSA is based on careful review of medical history, medication review, and clinical findings, and, when necessary, is confirmed by sleep testing at home with portable equipment or in a sleep laboratory using polysomnography (1, 2). […] Primary treatment of symptomatic central sleep apnea is often optimal management of underlying disorders (eg, heart failure) and avoidance or reduction of opioids, alcohol, and other sedatives (1).
  • #57 Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) Prevalence: Evolution of recent evidence
    https://www.sefam-uk.co.uk/post/central-sleep-apnea-csa-prevalence-evolution-of-recent-evidence
    CSA is particularly prevalent among elderly patients with congestive heart failure (CHF), with prevalence rates varying widely (7-69%) depending on the severity and type of CHF. […] There is a pressing need for more research to better define the different phenotypes of CSA in elderly patients, to develop improved diagnostic tools, and to assess the long-term efficacy and safety of different treatment strategies across various subgroups. […] It is apparent that the scope of epidemiological research needs expansion and standardisation to yield clearer prevalence metrics.
  • #58 The Prevalence of Central Sleep Apnea in a Community Based Study | remedē System
    https://remede.zoll.com/prevalence-csa-community-based-study/
    The study defined the CSA group as those whose central apnea index was greater than 5. Those with cheyne-stokes respiration were also included in the CSA group. […] Of the 5,804 participants: 0.9% had CSA. […] People with CSA were found to be older (65 years) and predominantly male (90.9%) compared to those with OSA. […] Furthermore, people who had CSA “were more likely to have a self-reported history of cardiovascular diseases or cardiovascular procedure”. […] Because prevalence of CSA and CSR is lower than that of OSA, knowledge and awareness of CSA remains somewhat limited. Thus, the chances of a misdiagnosis of CSA remains quite high.