TABLE 2.
Frequency of Sleep Apnea Symptoms among Ghanaian Stroke Survivors using the STOP-BANG Questionnaire
| Question | Frequency (%) of “Yes” responses |
|---|---|
| 1. Do you Snore loudly (louder than talking or loud enough to be heard through closed doors)? | 106 (53.0) |
| 2. Do you often feel Tired, fatigued, or sleepy during daytime? | 126 (63.0) |
| 3. Has anyone Observed you stop breathing during your sleep? | 6 (3.0) |
| 4. Do you have or are you being treated for high blood Pressure? | 185 (92.5) |
| 5. BMI > 35kg/m2 | 12 (6.0) |
| 6. Age over 50 years old? | 161 (80.5) |
| 7. Neck circumference > 40cm | 19 (9.5) |
| 8. Gender: Male? | 107 (53.5) |