Safety and considerations when using CPAP machines According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), CPAP machines can cause side effects, such as: ...

Key Takeaways In a pooled analysis of three randomized trials, CPAP had overall null cardiovascular effects in patients with obstructive sleep apnea and cardiovascular disease.

Pregnant women with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who use continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment may significantly reduce their risks of developing gestational hypertension—by 35% ...