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Medicine’s Dennis Auckley explains why those with sleep apnea may be at higher risk for cardiovascular complications after surgery

Sleep apnea tied to heart problems after surgery

Reuters: After a study found individuals with sleep apnea may be at a higher risk for cardiovascular complications following surgery, Dennis Auckley, professor of medicine, explained why that may be. Auckley wrote an editorial that accompanied the study.