Sleep Medicine Office

The Sleep Medicine Office at CardioPrima provides diagnosis and treatment recommendations for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) — a common and often underdiagnosed condition that affects both sleep quality and cardiovascular health.

What is obstructive sleep apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea is characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep caused by partial or complete obstruction of the upper airways. These episodes lead to decreased blood oxygen levels and fragmented sleep, negatively affecting overall body function.

Impact on cardiovascular health

OSAS is closely associated with multiple cardiovascular diseases. If left untreated, it increases the risk of:

• arterial hypertension, including treatment-resistant forms;
• cardiac arrhythmias, especially atrial fibrillation;
• coronary artery disease and myocardial infarction;
• heart failure;
• stroke;
• worsening of pre-existing heart conditions.

Proper treatment of sleep apnea significantly contributes to protecting the heart and blood vessels, reducing symptoms, and improving quality of life.

Services provided

• evaluation of symptoms (loud snoring, observed breathing pauses, non-restorative sleep, daytime sleepiness);
• cardiorespiratory polygraphy to diagnose and assess the severity of sleep apnea;
• analysis of parameters recorded during sleep;
• development of a personalized treatment plan, which may include:
  • lifestyle optimization;
  • sleep position recommendations;
  • continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy or other appropriate solutions;
• follow-up and monitoring of treatment effectiveness.

When to seek consultation

You should consult the Sleep Medicine Office if you experience:

• loud and persistent snoring;
• observed breathing pauses during sleep;
• choking sensations or frequent awakenings;
• excessive daytime sleepiness;
• blood pressure that is difficult to control.