Patients with more family support show better adherence to CPAP therapy for sleep apnea.
Patients with more family support show better adherence to CPAP therapy for sleep apnea.This according to the findings of a new study presented today at the American Academy of Sleep Medicine annual Sleep Conference.
253 patients were enrolled in the study. Relationship status was assessed is using the standard Family Assessment Device and researchers monitored the number of hours CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) was used per night during a three month period.
FINDINGS: Results show that individuals who were married or living with a partner had better CPAP adherence after the first three months of treatment than individuals who were single. Higher ratings of family relationship quality also were associated with better adherence. Results were adjusted for potential confounding factors including age, gender and body mass index.
Similar recent studies have shown that employment status and marital status have an impact on long-term adherence to CPAP therapy.
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