GUIDELINE FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF OBESITY IN ADULT PATIENTS WITH OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA - PubMed

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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is strongly influenced by obesity, the most significant modifiable risk factor.
Effective weight management is essential for optimal OSA care.
Key recommendations include recognizing obesity as a major risk factor and routinely assessing overweight and obesity.
Structured weight reduction through diet, exercise, and behavioral therapy is recommended.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists are advised when lifestyle interventions are insufficient.
Bariatric/metabolic surgery is recommended for severe obesity unresponsive to nonsurgical treatment.
Weight loss improves apnea-hypopnea index, symptoms, and cardiometabolic markers and may reduce positive airway pressure needs.
Continued follow-up is recommended even after clinical improvement.
Weight management is a core component of OSA treatment.

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