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Background <p>Sleep disorders, including snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), are significant health concerns. OSA affects an estimated 4&#xa0;million (8.5%) individuals in Vietnam, with 2.3&#xa0;million suffering from moderate-to-severe conditions. Despite the high prevalence, underdiagnosis and limited accessibility to sleep diagnostics remain challenges. This study aims to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of a guided, self-administered home sleep study using a level&#xa0;3 diagnostic model.</p> Methods <p>A cross-sectional multicenter survey conducted from September 2023 to March 2024 included healthcare professionals (HCPs) across Vietnam. Participants completed questionnaires (Epworth Sleepiness Scale, STOP-BANG), and high-risk individuals underwent respiratory polygraphy using ApneaLink Air devices. Standardized instructions and technical support were provided remotely by trained technicians.</p> Results <p>Out of 1721 participants, 21.9% were diagnosed with OSA, comprising mild (32.4%), moderate (19.6%), and severe cases (9.2%). Prevalent symptoms included insomnia (22.2%), daytime sleepiness (40.7%), and memory decline (49.4%). Technical issues were minimal, supporting the feasibility of this approach.</p> Conclusion <p>A level&#xa0;3&#xa0;home sleep study model is effective for large-scale OSA screening. Integrating such approaches into public health initiatives can enhance early diagnosis and treatment access, reducing OSA-related health and economic burdens.</p> <p>Graphical abstract available for this article.</p> Graphical Abstract <p></p>

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Self-Administered Home Sleep Testing Model in Screening of OSA in Healthcare Workers—Sohew Study: A National Multicenter Study in Vietnam

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    2025年9月27日

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  • Sy Duong-Quy,
  • Thai Nguyen-Duy,
  • Tran V. Hoc,
  • Lien Nguyen-Thi-Hong,
  • Tram Tang-Thi-Thao,
  • Khue Bui-Diem,
  • Diep Nguyen-Thi-Hong,
  • Bang Nguyen-Trong,
  • Anh Nguyen-Tuan,
  • Hoang Nguyen-Huu,
  • Quan Vu-Tran-Thien,
  • Toi Nguyen-Van,
  • Trung Mai-Xuan,
  • Viet Nguyen-Ba,
  • Thu Vo-Pham-Minh-Thu,
  • Thuc Pham-Van,
  • Linh Pham-Van,
  • Giap Vu-Van,
  • Bao Le-Khac,
  • Dung Nguyen-Thi-Thu,
  • Khue Luong-Ngoc,
  • Ngoc Luu-Bich,
  • Thuy Tran-Phan-Chung,
  • Huong Le-Thi-Minh,
  • Vinh Nguyen-Nhu,
  • Nhung Nguyen-Viet,
  • Timothy Craig,
  • Franck Soyez,
  • Francis Martin,
  • Thomas Penzel

摘要

Background

Sleep disorders, including snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), are significant health concerns. OSA affects an estimated 4 million (8.5%) individuals in Vietnam, with 2.3 million suffering from moderate-to-severe conditions. Despite the high prevalence, underdiagnosis and limited accessibility to sleep diagnostics remain challenges. This study aims to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of a guided, self-administered home sleep study using a level 3 diagnostic model.

Methods

A cross-sectional multicenter survey conducted from September 2023 to March 2024 included healthcare professionals (HCPs) across Vietnam. Participants completed questionnaires (Epworth Sleepiness Scale, STOP-BANG), and high-risk individuals underwent respiratory polygraphy using ApneaLink Air devices. Standardized instructions and technical support were provided remotely by trained technicians.

Results

Out of 1721 participants, 21.9% were diagnosed with OSA, comprising mild (32.4%), moderate (19.6%), and severe cases (9.2%). Prevalent symptoms included insomnia (22.2%), daytime sleepiness (40.7%), and memory decline (49.4%). Technical issues were minimal, supporting the feasibility of this approach.

Conclusion

A level 3 home sleep study model is effective for large-scale OSA screening. Integrating such approaches into public health initiatives can enhance early diagnosis and treatment access, reducing OSA-related health and economic burdens.

Graphical abstract available for this article.

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