The prevalence of obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS) in train drivers

This chapter examines the prevalence of sleepiness and obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS) in UK rail workers. The Epworth Sleepiness scale was used to measure self reported symptoms of sleepiness, with results reporting a prevalence rate of 7.3% for OSAS. The authors concluded that the prevalence of OSAS was higher...