Table 3.
Distribution of positive scored STOP-Bang factors for each patient group
| STOP-Bang factors | Group A | Group B | Group C |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Snoring? Do you snore loudly (loud enough to be heard through closed doors or your partner has to wear ear plugs or elbow you at night)? |
91 (91.9 %) | 163 (89.0 %) | 46 (11.2 %) |
|
Tired? Do you often feel tired, fatigued, or sleepy during the daytime? |
95 (95.9 %) | 145 (80.0 %) | 28 (6.8 %) |
|
Observed ? Has anyone observed you stop breathing during your sleep? |
71 (71.7 %) | 131 (72.0 %) | 34 (8.3 %) |
|
Pressure ? Do you have or are being treated for high blood pressure? |
86 (86.9 %) | 171 (94.0 %) | 22 (5.3 %) |
| Body mass index of >35 kg/m2? | 97 (98.0 %) | 182 (100 %) | 412 (100 %) |
| Age older than 50 years? | 21 (10.1 %) | 44 (24.2 %) | 69 (16.7 %) |
|
Neck size large? For male, is your shirt collar 17 inches or larger? For female, is your shirt collar 16 inches or larger? |
94 (94.9 %) | 103 (97.8 %) | 39 (9.5 %) |
| Gender = male? | 72 (72.7 %) | 129 (70.9 %) | 285 (69.2 %) |