Keynote

OSA is a frequent cause of SH and ‘difficult-to-treat’ HT. Patients with obesity, snoring, upper airway abnormalities, excessive daytime sleepiness, reduced sleep-related quality of life should be screened for OSA. The effect of PAP on BP is still controversial but, if associated with sleep hygiene and specific antihypertensive drugs, it can ameliorate BP control with the largest effect on nocturnal BP.