The Effect of Sarcopenic Obesity on Sleep in Individuals With Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome

Individuals with Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome followed up in Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Chest Diseases will be included in the study. Cases will be divided into two groups according to the presence of sarcopenia. The study will be conducted in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki and informed consent will be obtained from the patients participating in the study. Before starting the study, the purpose of the study will be explained to the participants and all information about the study will be provided. Patients who agree to participate in the study will be invited to Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Chest Diseases on certain days. The sarcopenia diagnostic algorithm is used as a reference in the assessment of the presence of sarcopenic obesity. For the diagnosis of sarcopenic obesity, sarcopenia risk, muscle strength, muscle mass and physical performance level are assessed. Body composition, comorbid levels, sleep and sleep quality, daytime sleepiness, exercise capacity, respiratory muscle strength, peripheral muscle strength, physical activity level, emotional status, sleep-related quality of life and health-related quality of life are assessed in all individuals participating in the study.