Correlation between interleukin level and hypertension in obstructive sleep apnea syndrome patients

Objective: To observe the correlation between interleukin level and hypertension in patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome（OSAS）. Methods: OSAS was diagnosed with PSG method and serum levels of TNF-α,IL-6,IL-10 were measured by ELISA. Results: The serum levels of TNF-α and IL-6 were higher in OSAS patients with hypertension than in those without hypertension.However,the serum level of IL-10 was lower in OSAS patients with hypertension than in those without hypertension. Conclusion: The interleukin levels are different in severe OSAS patients,which may play a role in the development of hypertension in OSAS patients.