Abstract
The aim of this study is to determine the risk factors of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in adult patients with Type 2 diabetes. In this cross-sectional study, the data have been collected from 228 type 2 diabetes patients by using the "Patient Information Form," "Berlin Survey," and "Framingham Risk Score" between March 3 and July 15, 2016. The OSA risk level and factors affecting patients were assessed in this study. Gender, Framingham risk score, BMI, waist/hip ratio, and waist circumference were found to statistically significantly increase the risk of OSA in patients with diabetes. Our data suggest that sleep disturbance is common in patients with Type 2 diabetes, and individuals at high risk for OSA are also at higher risk for CVD. OSA appears to increase the risk of CVD in patients with Type 2 diabetes. When healthcare professionals care for diabetic patients, symptoms of sleep disorders should be evaluated. Sleep disorder symptoms and management should be included in the education programs of diabetic patients.
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