Exploring differences in signaling pathways of the circadian clock and neuromodulators in obstructive sleep apnea

Apr 26, 2025Scientific reports

Differences in body clock signals and brain chemical activity in obstructive sleep apnea

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Abstract

In a study of 166 patients and 64 controls, BDNF expression was positively correlated with multiple circadian rhythm genes in the OSA group.

  • The expression of circadian rhythm genes BMAL1, CLOCK, CRY1, PER1, NPAS2, NR1D1, and HIF-1β was positively associated with BDNF in OSA patients.
  • In the control group, only PER1 mRNA showed a correlation with BDNF expression.
  • NF-κβ expression correlated positively with several circadian rhythm genes in both OSA patients and controls.
  • HIF-1α and HIF-1β mRNA expressions were positively correlated with circadian rhythm genes regardless of OSA presence.
  • These findings suggest complex interactions among circadian rhythm genes, , and transcription factors in obstructive sleep apnea.

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Key numbers

86.4%
Higher Male Frequency
Percentage of males in the group compared to controls.
31.6 kg/m²
Greater BMI
Average body mass index in patients vs. 27.2 kg/m² in controls.
R = 0.326
Positive Gene Correlation
Correlation coefficient between PER1 and BDNF in patients.

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