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Sleep And Breathing

Sleep and Breathing is an international journal focused on the science and practice of sleep medicine. It publishes original studies on the management of sleep disorders and sleep disordered breathing through a multidisciplinary approach, including work on physiology, pathophysiology, and novel approaches to diagnosis and treatment.

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Impact Factor 2
Quartile Q3
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 1520-9512
eISSN 1522-1709
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Hybrid journal. Open Choice article processing charges vary by journal.

Submission Instructions

Sleep And Breathing accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Research

Cover Letter Submission implies approval by all co-authors and the responsible authorities at the institution where the work was carried out.
Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract must be 150 to 250 words in length. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must include the headings Purpose, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 3000 words. Manuscript should follow the sections Title, Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Manuscript must include 4 to 6 keywords, a Statements and Declarations section, and documentation of any large language model use in the Methods section or another suitable section.
References References must not exceed 30. References use numbered citations in square brackets. Reference list entries must be numbered consecutively and include only cited works that have been published or accepted for publication, with full DOI links when available.
Figures & Tables Articles may include a maximum of 8 figures and/or tables. Figures should be submitted within the body of the text, with large figures submitted separately only if file size causes upload problems. Figures and tables must be numbered in Arabic numerals, cited in consecutive numerical order in the text, and each must include a concise caption or legend.
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Review

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 5000 words. Manuscript should follow the headings Title, Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Manuscript must include 4 to 6 keywords, relevant declarations under the heading "Statements and Declarations," documentation of any large language model use in the Methods section or a suitable alternative section, and a disclosure statement.
References Reference list must not contain more than 150 references. Citations must use numbered references in square brackets. Reference list entries must include only cited published or accepted works, be numbered consecutively, include full DOI links when available, and use standard journal title abbreviations or the full journal title if unsure.
Figures & Tables Manuscript may include a maximum of 5 figures and/or tables. Figures should be submitted within the body of the text, with large figures submitted separately only if file size causes upload problems. Figures and tables must be numbered in Arabic numerals, cited in consecutive numerical order in the text, and accompanied by concise captions or legends.
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Meta-Analysis

Cover Letter Submission implies approval by all co-authors and responsible authorities at the institution where the work was carried out.
Abstract Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript Manuscript should follow the headings Title, Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Manuscript must include 4 to 6 keywords, relevant declarations under the heading "Statements and Declarations," and documentation of any large language model use in the Methods section or another suitable section if Methods is unavailable.
References References must be cited in the text using numbers in square brackets. Reference list entries must be numbered consecutively, include only works cited in the text that are published or accepted for publication, and include full DOI links when available.
Figures & Tables Figures should be submitted within the body of the text, with large figures submitted separately only if file size causes upload problems. Figures and tables must be numbered in Arabic numerals, cited in consecutive numerical order in the text, and include concise captions or legends.
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Systematic Review

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript Manuscripts should follow the headings Title, Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Manuscripts must include 4 to 6 keywords, document any large language model use in the Methods section or a suitable alternative section, and include relevant declarations under the heading "Statements and Declarations."
References References must be cited in the text using numbers in square brackets. The reference list must include only cited published or accepted works, be numbered consecutively, and include full DOI links when available.
Figures & Tables Figures should be submitted within the body of the text, with large figures submitted separately only if file size causes upload problems. Figures and tables must be numbered in Arabic numerals, cited in consecutive numerical order in the text, and accompanied by concise legends or captions.
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Short Communication

Cover Letter Submission implies approval by all co-authors and the responsible authorities at the institute where the work was carried out.
Abstract A structured abstract is required for Short Communications. Abstract must be 150 to 250 words in length. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must include the sections Purpose, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 1500 words. Manuscript should follow the headings Title, Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Manuscript must include 4 to 6 keywords, relevant declarations under the heading "Statements and Declarations," and documentation of any large language model use in the Methods section or a suitable alternative part of the manuscript.
References References must be cited in the text using numbers in square brackets. Reference list entries must be numbered consecutively and include only works cited in the text that have been published or accepted for publication.
Figures & Tables Short Communications may include a maximum of 4 figures and/or tables. Figures should be submitted within the body of the text, with large figures submitted separately only if file size causes upload problems. Figures and tables must be numbered with Arabic numerals, cited in consecutive numerical order in the text, and accompanied by concise captions or legends.
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Letter To The Editor

Cover Letter All co-authors, if any, and the responsible authorities at the institute where the work was carried out must have approved the submission.
Abstract Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript Letter to the Editor must not exceed 1200 words. Manuscript should follow the headings Title, Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Manuscript must include 4 to 6 keywords, relevant declarations under the heading "Statements and Declarations," and documentation of any large language model use in the Methods section or another suitable part of the manuscript if no Methods section is available.
References Letter to the Editor may include no more than 5 references. References must be cited in the text using numbers in square brackets. Reference list entries must be numbered consecutively and include only works cited in the text that have been published or accepted for publication, with full DOI links when available.
Figures & Tables Letter to the Editor may include a maximum of 1 figure and/or table. Figures should be submitted within the body of the text, with large figures submitted separately only if file size causes upload problems. Tables and figures must be numbered in Arabic numerals, cited in consecutive numerical order in the text, and accompanied by captions or legends.
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Recent Publications

The rhythm Holter values of patients with obstructive sleep apnea

Sidika Deniz Yalim, Hasan Koca, Abdullah Eren Cetin, Cemal Cingi, Nuray Bayar Muluk, Mustafa Gerek

10.1007/s11325-026-03599-x
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Gender differences in the psychosocial and functional impact of obstructive sleep apnea: findings from the SHINE patient survey

Monica Mallampalli, Alissa Mendoza, Emma Cooksey, John Yee, Elizabeth Brouwer, Lisa Bloudek, Yuhui Wu, Kristina S. Yu

10.1007/s11325-026-03636-9
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Residual daytime sleepiness in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome: A service review in a tertiary sleep centre

Jasvinder Singh Kaler, Biswajit Chakrabarti, Sonya Craig, Joerg Steier

10.1007/s11325-026-03655-6
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Differential effects of auto-adjusting vs. fixed continuous positive airway pressure on sleep continuity during the first night of PAP in obstructive sleep apnea

Sang Hyeon Ahn, Eun Young Jeong, Hyojoon Lee, Hyun Jun Kim

10.1007/s11325-026-03654-7
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Translating hypoglossal nerve stimulation tongue movement into functional response during drug-induced sleep endoscopy: a proof-of-concept study

Tice R. Harkins, Everett G. Seay, Eric Thuler, Raj C. Dedhia

10.1007/s11325-026-03665-4
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Submission to first decision (median): 14 days.

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Is a cover letter required?

A submission letter is used when suggesting reviewers; the corresponding author should provide verification details for suggested reviewers in the submission letter. Unpublished material included in the manuscript should be mentioned in a cover letter to the Editor.

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What are the publication costs?

Open Choice article processing charges vary by journal.

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Research Topics

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