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"I think this is a great example of the medical school and a hospital system working together for a common goal," said Dr. Sharon Rounds,That goal: To improve

WASHINGTON — Pregnant women who have both asthma and obstructive sleep apnea have increased central airways resistance, but not increased peripheral airways resistance, according to a presentation here.These patients are more susceptible to developing dyspnea and respiratory complications, Christopher D. Theroux, MD, pulmonary/critical care fellow, Brown University/Lifespan Hospitals, and

A new study suggests severe maternal sleep-disordered breathing increases insulin resistance, which may take place as early as the first trimester of pregnancy.