Sleep Related Breathing Disorders

Abstract

With the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19), lifestyles have changed in Japan, which has affected sleep quality. Poor sleep quality can lead to physical illness, but sleep apnea in particular has been associated with many complications. Therefore, early detection and early prevention are important. Among sleep-related respiratory disorders, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome and obesity hypoventilation syndrome are diseases with high cardiovascular risk and are therefore outlined here. We also mention medical examination methods, diagnostic methods, treatment methods, and future prospects for sleep-related respiratory disorders in general outpatient clinics.