The Underdiagnosis of Sleep Disorders in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis. 1025-1031.
Current Knowledge/Study Rationale: Sleep disorders in Multiple Sclerosis patients are reportedly common but the epidemiological data on prevalence is limited to small sample sizes. The rationale for this study was to report on a large population level the prevalence of restless legs syndrome, insomnia, and the risk of obstructive sleep apnea in subjects with Multiple Sclerosis patients using validated screening questionnaires.
Study Impact: Greater than 70% of MS subjects in this large population based survey screened positive for one or more sleep disorders. The vast majority of these sleep disorders are potentially undiagnosed and untreated. Physicians treating patients with Multiple Sclerosis need to be diligent in the screening, evaluation and management of sleep disorders in this population as untreated sleep disorders may impact the fatigue and quality of life of the individual.
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Current Knowledge/Study Rationale: Sleep disorders in Multiple Sclerosis patients are reportedly common but the epidemiological data on prevalence is limited to small sample sizes. The rationale for this study was to report on a large population level the prevalence of restless legs syndrome, insomnia, and the risk of obstructive sleep apnea in subjects with Multiple Sclerosis patients using validated screening questionnaires.
Study Impact: Greater than 70% of MS subjects in this large population based survey screened positive for one or more sleep disorders. The vast majority of these sleep disorders are potentially undiagnosed and untreated. Physicians treating patients with Multiple Sclerosis need to be diligent in the screening, evaluation and management of sleep disorders in this population as untreated sleep disorders may impact the fatigue and quality of life of the individual.
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