The Impact of Obstructive Sleep Apnea on Self-Reported Work Disability among Software Professionals

D. C. Mathangi; Y Sriteja; K Mathangi; R. Shyamala; David R. Hillman; Peter Eastwood

doi:10.5958/j.0974-0155.8.2.010

The Impact of Obstructive Sleep Apnea on Self-Reported Work Disability among Software Professionals

D. C. Mathangi, Y Sriteja, K Mathangi, R. Shyamala, David R. Hillman, Peter Eastwood

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Abstract

Objective: Information technologies (IT) professionals might be predisposed to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) due to the obesity and sedentary nature of their work. Hence the objective of this study was to assess work disability among the IT professionals with OSA. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed using self-reported questionnaire on sleep disturbances and work disability. Objective measurement of OSA was made using a portable home based type 4 sleep study.Results: A total of 74 male IT professionals completed all aspects of the study. Thirty percent (n=22) were found to have OSA. Those with OSA reported greater work disability as reflected in a decreased work efficiency (89% vs 67%., p<0.05) and more frequent change in job (33% vs 9%, p<0.03). OSA was most common in individuals who described their job as a supervisor.Conclusion: OSA is highly prevalent and associated with significant work disability among IT professionals.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	72-76
Number of pages	5
Journal	Indian Journal of Sleep Medicine
Volume	8
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.5958/j.0974-0155.8.2.010
Publication status	Published - Jun 2013
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Work efficency
Work productivity
Stress

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