High Frequency of Sleep Disorders in Parkinson’s Disease and Its Relationship with Quality of Life

Oct 31, 2017European neurology

Sleep Problems Are Common in Parkinson's Disease and Linked to Quality of Life

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Abstract

Sleep disorders were observed in 96.5% of patients with Parkinson's disease.

  • REM-sleep behavior disorder and obstructive sleep apnea each occurred in 62.5% of participants.
  • Insomnia was reported in 55.7% of the patients.
  • Restless legs syndrome was present in 28.4% of individuals.
  • Health-related quality of life showed a correlation with sleep quality and excessive daytime sleepiness.

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