Table 4.
Comparisons between expression groups of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) regarding sleep-disordered breathing variables and intermittent/continuous hypoxia indicators.
| Variable | VEGF high expression (n = 334) | VEGF non-high expression (n = 42) | p-Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apnea–hypopnea index (/h) | 14.6 (16) | 15.8 (20) | 0.058 |
| DI4% (/h) | 10 (13.2) | 10.9 (16.6) | 0.24 |
| Mean SpO2 | 93.8 (1.97) | 93.3 (2.08) | 0.69 |
| Nadir SpO2 | 83.5 (9.56) | 83.8 (6.8) | 0.38 |
| Tsat <90% | 5.4 (12.03) | 8.68 (15.7) | 0.012 |
| Epworth score | 6.12 (3.5) | 5.7 (3.2) | 0.67 |
Bold fond indicates p < 0.05.