Obstructive Sleep Apnea - Fast Facts Author:Barbara Phillips, Matthew T. Naughton Sleep apnea is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, including cardiovascular disease and cognitive impairment. The severe effects of this common and usually treatable condition make it all the more important that it be recognized and managed effectively. Fast Facts - Obstructive Sleep Apnea has been written by two internationally... more » recognized experts to provide primary care physicians with the knowledge they need to diagnosis and manage obstructive sleep apnea successfully in cooperation with specialists.« less