Sleep Apnea and Stroke Risk By Dr. Craig Schwimmer
February 21, 2012
Many studies have shown that sleep apnea increases one’s risk of stroke. A recent study suggests that sleep apnea also increases the risk of so-called silent strokes. Silent strokes occur when brain tissue is damaged but there are no immediately apparent symptoms. A study presented at the American Stroke Association’s meeting in New Orleans found [...]
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