Prevalence of Primary Open Angle Glaucoma in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
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Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is partial or complete recurrent upper airway obstructions during sleep. Reduction in blood flow of the optic nerve head is an important causative factor in glaucoma. The objective of this study is to determine the prevalence of primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) in OSA patients.