Evaluation of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy on Renin–Angiotensin System Activity in Obstructive Sleep Apnea

2014119 citationsJournal Article

Authors

David D. M. Nicholl

Patrick J. Hanly · Allen Institute for Brain Science

Marc J. Poulin · Allen Institute for Brain Science

George B. Handley · Alberta Health

Brenda R. Hemmelgarn · Alberta Kidney Disease Network

Darlene Y. Sola

Sofia B. Ahmed · Alberta Kidney Disease Network

Abstract

CPAP therapy was associated with improved renal hemodynamics and down-regulation of renal RAS activity, suggesting a potential therapeutic benefit for kidney function.

Topics & Keywords

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research Neuroscience of respiration and sleep Tracheal and airway disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine

Volume 190, Issue 5, pp. 572-580

DOI: 10.1164/rccm.201403-0526oc

Field-Weighted Citation Impact: 7.46