Pregnant women who have a neck circumference greater than 35.5 cm had a greater risk of sleep apnea. Healthcare providers can use a decision-tree tool to screen women who have gestational diabetes ...

Could measuring certain facial and neck dimensions predict which patients are at increased risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? One researcher is exploring a possible connection in adults and ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Recently, I was evaluated for sleep apnea. As part of the exam, my neck circumference was measured. Why is this important? ANSWER: Having a neck circumference greater than 16 inches ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . ORLANDO, Fla. — A decision-tree tool incorporating the Berlin questionnaire for assessing obstructive sleep ...

Credit: Getty Images Obstructive sleep apnea may significantly increase the risk for coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, cerebrovascular accident, and congestive heart failure. Obstructive ...

A new screening tool to help diagnose obstructive sleep apnea in children has been developed by clinical investigators. Evidence suggests that adults with a large neck circumference are more likely to ...

Doctors traditionally rely on factors such as Body Mass Index (BMI), cholesterol, and Blood Pressure while assessing health risks. This often neglects an important health indicator. In the past few ...

Recent research indicates that neck circumference is a simple yet powerful indicator of metabolic and cardiovascular health risks. Studies reveal a link between a thicker neck and conditions like ...