The Association of Depression with Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Patients with Cystic and Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis
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The Association of Depression with Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Patients with Cystic and Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis
Abstract
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and cystic fibrosis (CF) are chronic conditions that profoundly impact quality of life. OSA, characterized by repeated episodes of upper airway collapse, can exacerbate CF symptoms due to nocturnal airway obstruction. Recent studies highlight the prevalence of OSA in CF patients, especially in adults, and its detrimental effects on health and quality of life. From April 2019 to December 2021, we conducted a study with 104 bronchiectasis patients at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital. After exclusions, 70 participants (35 CF and 35 non-CF) were included. Sleep parameters were assessed with polysomnography, and depressive mood was evaluated using the Zung Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS). Daytime sleepiness was measured using the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS). The statistical analyses included t-tests, chi-square tests, and logistic regression. Among the CF patients, depressive mood was significantly associated with female sex (OR: 4.28, 95% CI: 1.27-12.04) and anemia (OR: 7.87, 95% CI: 1.50-41.27). Higher ESS scores indicated greater daytime sleepiness in the depressive groups (p = 0.051). Depressive CF patients also had a significantly longer disease duration and more frequent annual exacerbations. No significant differences were found in total sleep time, sleep efficiency, or sleep stages between the depressive and non-depressive groups. A lower forced vital capacity (FVC) was observed in the depressive CF patients, although not significantly. Depression is prevalent among adult CF patients with OSA, with significant associations with female sex and anemia. These findings underscore the need for integrated care addressing both physical and mental health aspects, including interventions for respiratory symptoms, anemia management, and sleep quality enhancement to improve overall quality of life.
Keywords: Epworth Sleepiness Scale; cystic fibrosis; depression; obstructive sleep apnea; polysomnography; quality of life.
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