Shih-An Liu1, Chia-Yee Liu. 1. Department of Otolaryngology, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, ROC. an1654@seed.net.tw
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Snoring is the cardinal symptom of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). To our knowledge, no epidemiological data of sleep-disordered breathing in Taiwan is reported in the literature. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of snoring in the area of Taichuing, Taiwan. METHODS: Data were collected from a random sample of Taichung area residents listed in the Taichung Resident Telephone Directory. Questions were asked by telephone and the answers were recorded and analyzed. RESULTS: Among the 1,252 people who were successfully interviewed, 606 were males and 646 were females. The overall prevalence of snoring was 46.8%, while habitual snorers accounted for 13.8%. The prevalence of snoring among males was higher than females (57% vs. 37%, p < 0.001). In addition, adults aged 40-59 years were more likely to snore (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS: Snoring in the area of Taichung, Taiwan is more prevalent in middle-aged adults, especially men. How to ascertain those who have OSAS economically and efficiently requires further investigation.
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BACKGROUND: Snoring is the cardinal symptom of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). To our knowledge, no epidemiological data of sleep-disordered breathing in Taiwan is reported in the literature. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of snoring in the area of Taichuing, Taiwan. METHODS: Data were collected from a random sample of Taichung area residents listed in the Taichung Resident Telephone Directory. Questions were asked by telephone and the answers were recorded and analyzed. RESULTS: Among the 1,252 people who were successfully interviewed, 606 were males and 646 were females. The overall prevalence of snoring was 46.8%, while habitual snorers accounted for 13.8%. The prevalence of snoring among males was higher than females (57% vs. 37%, p < 0.001). In addition, adults aged 40-59 years were more likely to snore (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS: Snoring in the area of Taichung, Taiwan is more prevalent in middle-aged adults, especially men. How to ascertain those who have OSAS economically and efficiently requires further investigation.
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