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World J Psychiatry. Sep 19, 2024; 14(9): 1411-1414
Published online Sep 19, 2024. doi: 10.5498/wjp.v14.i9.1411
Published online Sep 19, 2024. doi: 10.5498/wjp.v14.i9.1411
Burdened breaths: The influence of depression on obstructive sleep apnea
Xiao Wang, Shao-Ming Song, Hong-Mei Yue, The First School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, Gansu Province, China
Author contributions: Wang X and Yue HM designed the study; Song SM searched the literature; Wang X and Yue HM wrote the manuscript; All authors approved the final manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Hong-Mei Yue, MD, PhD, Doctor, Professor, The First School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, No. 199 West Donggang Road, Lanzhou 730000, Gansu Province, China. yhmlcsy@163.com
Received: March 21, 2024
Revised: August 7, 2024
Accepted: August 13, 2024
Published online: September 19, 2024
Processing time: 173 Days and 15.2 Hours
Revised: August 7, 2024
Accepted: August 13, 2024
Published online: September 19, 2024
Processing time: 173 Days and 15.2 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Depression and obstructive sleep apnea frequently coexist and share similar symptoms. By exploring the causal relationship between depression and obstructive sleep apnea, we may gain new insights and develop strategies for their prevention and treatment, contributing to improved overall health status for these patients and promoting the development of personalized treatment approaches.