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Abstract
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is strongly associated with cardiovascular aging.
- Chronic intermittent hypoxia (CIH) linked to OSA may induce oxidative stress.
- CIH could contribute to chronic inflammation in the cardiovascular system.
- Cellular senescence may be one of the pathways affected by OSA.
- Mitochondrial dysfunction is associated with the cardiovascular impacts of OSA.
- Metabolic dysregulation may occur as a result of OSA-related mechanisms.
- Impaired intercellular communication and adipose tissue senescence could also be involved.
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