Associations Between Iron Metabolism and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Severity in Female and Male Individuals With Self-Reported Androgenetic Alopecia: A Propensity-Score Matching Analysis From the EPISONO Database

    November 2025 in “ Journal of Sleep Research ”
    Ellen M S Xerfan, Maingredy Rodrigues Souza, Anamaria S Facina … Monica L. Andersen
    Studysummary This study investigated individuals with androgenetic alopecia and found that serum iron and ferritin levels are associated with obstructive sleep apnea severity, suggesting the importance of considering iron profiles in managing the condition.
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