Two-stage screening for obstructive sleep apnea in the primary practice setting

Study evaluates automated scoring of Home Sleep Apnea Testing (HSAT) and a two-stage model for OSA in primary care, using the STOP-BANG questionnaire followed by HSAT with automated scoring. Results show strong correlation between automated and manual HSAT scoring, with the two-stage model demonstrating good diagnostic properties. The study highlights the potential of automated HSAT scoring in primary care, reducing referrals by 15.3% and achieving substantial interrater agreement with manual scoring.