The exact prevalence is unknown but is estimated to be between 2% and 14%. Obstructive sleep apnea affects persons of all ages, with an increasing prevalence in those older than 60 years.
This results in fragmented, nonrestful sleep that can lead to symptoms such as morning headache and daytime sleepiness. Obstructive sleep apnea is a common disorder that causes patients to temporarily stop or decrease their breathing repeatedly during sleep.
