The phrase "apnea patients" refers to people who have a medical condition called apnea, which causes them to temporarily stop breathing while they sleep. Full definition
According to a study, obstructive sleep apnea patients sleep better following surgery for improving their breathing and are therefore less drowsy throughout the day. (ahealthblog.com)
Results show that there was a significant reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressures among sleep apnea patients who were compliant with CPAP therapy for three months. (sciencedaily.com)
These masks are worn by sleep apnea patients at night to help keep airways open and to assist breathing, which provides more restful sleep. (disruptordaily.com)