Psychopathology of emotional sphere in patients with chronic cerebral ischemia and obstructive sleep apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common sleep disorder globally. OSA affects 2-6 % of the adult population and 15-26 % of those aged over 70. The main daytime OSA symptoms are daytime sleepiness, decreased mood and concentration. Patients with chronic cerebral ischemia (CCI) often have the same complaints. Although such symptoms characterize emotional and affective disorders, the patients are usually treated by neurologists. The purpose of the study is to identify the characteristics of emotional and affective disorders in patients with chronic cerebral ischemia and obstructive sleep apnea.