Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is present in more than 70% of acute stroke patients, and has been related to poor short-and long-term outcomes. The treatment of choice for OSA is continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).
The objective of this prospective, multicenter, randomized study is to evaluate the impact of CPAP treatment on clinical outcomes in post-stroke patients. Respiratory polygraphy will be performed in all eligible participants, and those with severe OSA will be randomized to receive either CPAP therapy or conservative management. CPAP use will initiated within the first 48-72 hours of hospital admission and continued through 2 years follow-up.