A study published in Scientific Reports evaluated sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) parameters to predict truck collisions caused by microsleep-related behaviors in professional truck drivers. Findings showed that oxygen desaturation index, nadir oxygen saturation, and night-time driving were associated with collisions. SDB, a common issue among truck drivers, can lead to various health problems and motor vehicle accidents. Traditional methods for diagnosing SDB are expensive and time-consuming. The study suggested that combining subjective and objective assessments, such as pulse oximetry and dashcam footage, could better predict and prevent accidents among truck drivers. Further research is needed to improve risk assessment and intervention strategies for this high-risk population.
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Traditional overnight pulse oximeter readings may be insufficient to predict TC-MRBs, finds study
