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Prevalence of snoring based on age group and body mass index among study participants
| Age groups (n) | High risk of OSA | Snoring present |
|---|---|---|
| <40 years (7) | 2(28.6%) | 2(28.6%) |
| 41-50 (22) | 11(50.0%) | 12(54.5%) |
| 51-60(34) | 20(58.8%) | 21(61.8%) |
| 61-70(21) | 9(42.9%) | 8(38.1%) |
| >70(16) | 10(62.5%) | 9(56.3%) |
| BMI group | High risk of OSA | Snoring present |
| Normal BMI(46) | 22(47.8%) | 21(45.7%) |
| Overweight(23) | 14(60.9%) | 14(60.9%) |
| Obesity (31) | 16(51.6%) | 15(48.3%) |
OSA –obstructive sleep apnoea
