SF-36 questionnaire
| Mental component score | Standard care, N=158 | CPAP, N=165 |
|---|---|---|
| Baseline mean score (SD) | 46.6 (11.3) | 48.2 (10.4) |
| 6-month mean score (SD) | 48.5 (11.0) | 52.0 (9.8) |
| Mean change (SE) | +1.9 (0.7) | +3.8 (0.6) |
| Adjusted treatment effect (95% CI), p value | +2.6 (+0.9 to +4.2), p=0.003 |
Mean baseline and 6-month mental component scores with adjusted treatment effect. An increase in mental component score indicates an improvement in health status.
CPAP, continuous positive airway pressure.