Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Subclinical Ischemic Heart Disease Risk in Obese Adults: Findings from an International Cross-Sectional Study

Obese adults had a significant association between OSA risk and subclinical IHD risk. The most important predictors were OSA, age, male sex, diabetes, hypertension, and family history, with physical activity exhibiting a protective effect. The burden of overt cardiovascular disease can be alleviated by early detection and combined treatment of OSA and cardiovascular risks in obese persons.