A2 Refereed review article in a scientific journal
Sleep and Sleep Disorders in the Menopausal Transition
Authors: Baker FC, Lampio L, Saaresranta T, Polo-Kantola P
Publisher: ELSEVIER INC
Publication year: 2018
Journal: Sleep Medicine Clinics
Journal name in source: SLEEP MEDICINE CLINICS
Journal acronym: SLEEP MED CLIN
Volume: 13
Issue: 3
First page : 443
Last page: 456
Number of pages: 14
ISSN: 1556-407X
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsmc.2018.04.011
Abstract
The menopausal transition is associated with an increase in insomnia symptoms, especially difficulty staying asleep, which negatively affects quality of life. Vasomotor symptoms are a key component of sleep disruption. Findings from polysomnographic studies are less consistent in showing disrupted sleep in menopausal transition independent of aging; further prospective studies are needed. Hormone therapy alleviates subjective sleep disturbances, particularly if vasomotor symptoms are present. However, because of contraindications, other options should be considered. Further work is needed to develop preventive and treatment strategies for alleviating sleep disturbances to ensure better health, quality of life, and productivity in midlife women.
The menopausal transition is associated with an increase in insomnia symptoms, especially difficulty staying asleep, which negatively affects quality of life. Vasomotor symptoms are a key component of sleep disruption. Findings from polysomnographic studies are less consistent in showing disrupted sleep in menopausal transition independent of aging; further prospective studies are needed. Hormone therapy alleviates subjective sleep disturbances, particularly if vasomotor symptoms are present. However, because of contraindications, other options should be considered. Further work is needed to develop preventive and treatment strategies for alleviating sleep disturbances to ensure better health, quality of life, and productivity in midlife women.
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