TABLE 1.
Baseline characteristics and pulmonary function
| Characteristic | OSA (n=31) | Non-OSA (n=28) |
|---|---|---|
| Age, years | 69.3±12.6 | 65.0±9.4 |
| Male sex, n (%) | 19 (46) | 8 (44) |
| Body mass index, kg/m2 | 36.4±9.4 | 37.5±12.8 |
| FEV1, L | 1.1±0.6 | 1.1±0.5 |
| FEV1, % predicted | 46.8±14.9 | 44.7±14.2 |
| FVC, L | 1.7±0.7 | 1.9±0.9 |
| FVC, % predicted | 53.6±14.0 | 57.9±21.6 |
| FEV1/FVC | 62.4±24.2 | 55.0±25.6 |
| Supplementary O2 therapy, % | 48 | 50 |
Data presented as mean ± SD unless otherwise indicated. FEV1 Forced expiratory volume in 1 s; FVC Forced vital capacity; OSA Obstructive sleep apnea