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Plasma p-tau217 and neurodegeneration-related biomarkers predict incident cognitive impairment in obstructive sleep apnea: a prospective cohort study.
Sleep & breathing = Schlaf & Atmung·October 12, 2026·PMID 42862512
Why it mattersIdentifying cognitively unimpaired OSA patients at elevated risk for future cognitive decline is a key clinical challenge. These plasma biomarkers offer a practical, scalable way to stratify risk and potentially guide closer monitoring or early intervention in sleep and neurology practices.
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