Changes in baroreflex activity in obstructive sleep apnea: cause or consequence?

L. Bernardi, R. Balsamo, G. Di Maria, L. Spicuzza (Pavia, Catania, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2007 - Pathogenesis of obstructive sleep apnoea
Session: Pathogenesis of obstructive sleep apnoea
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 4424
Disease area: Sleep and breathing disorders

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