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11 Jun 2008
Snoring in children could have an affect on cardiovascular health, according to new research.
A study, presented today at the 22nd Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, suggests that children who snore may be at risk of impaired heart function.
The research was conducted on a group of 40 children who had been referred for clinical assessment of a sleep-related breathing disorder and matched controls.
Results found that the heart rate of children who snored was higher than those who didn't, while heart rate variability was significantly lower in children who experienced primary snoring.
Author of the report, Angela Jackman said: "Primary snoring in children has traditionally been considered benign, in part because some children grow out of the condition without intervention.
"Mounting evidence now suggests, however, that this condition can impact cognition, behaviour, and academic performance. Furthermore, our current preliminary findings concur with emerging evidence that primary snoring in children may also impact heart function."
Experts state that the rate of snoring in children is estimated to be between ten and 12 per cent.
It is recommended that children of pre-school age get 11-13 hours of sleep each night and school-aged children between 10-11 hours.
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