The role of obstructive sleep apnea biomarkers in assessment of cardiovascular risk

The review article presents a contemporary view on biomarkers of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) and their role in the assessment of cardiovascular risk. The cause-effect relationships between cardiovascular diseases and OSAS are still poorly understood. The assessment of an independent impact of OSAS on the cardiovascular risk in various subgroups of patients is required. It should be taken into account that one may rely not only on specific markers, but also on available routine laboratory tests in order to diagnose OSAS and evaluate the effectiveness of its treatment.