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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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Subject Clinical Neurology, Respiratory System
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

Exploratory analysis of electroencephalogram activity preceding nocturnal enuresis episodes using home-based sleep monitoring

Hirokazu Ikeda, Tsuneki Watanabe, Takahiro Ono, Chisato Oyake, Yuta Onuki, Yoshitaka Watanabe

10.1007/s11325-026-03831-8
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Association between sleep impairment and gestational diabetes mellitus subtypes: A prospective cohort study

Niannian Chen, Dongmei Wei, Chang Gao, Fanfan Chan, Wanqing Xiao, Jinhua Lu, Chi Chiu Wang, Ronald C.W. Ma, Jianrong He, Xiu Qiu

10.1007/s11325-026-03823-8
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Subjective and objective sleep quality during late pregnancy and the association with maternal gut microbiota in Chinese pregnant women

Tianzi Zang, Jun Liu, Yiming Tu, Huan Tian, Zihan Wang, Zijun Feng, Zhijie Zou, Jinbing Bai, Yanqun Liu

10.1007/s11325-026-03829-2
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Exercise capacity of patients with obstructive sleep apnea at moderate to high altitude

Yunchao Huang, Demei Jia, Qifen Jiang, Chunmei Pan, Bin Ma, Huiling Luo

10.1007/s11325-026-03819-4
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Impact of CPAP therapy on geriatric depression scale scores in elderly patients with obstructive sleep apnea

Ayşe Baha, Caner Baysan

10.1007/s11325-026-03828-3
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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

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research Neuroscience of respiration and sleep Sleep and related disorders Sleep and Wakefulness Research Cardiovascular and Diving-Related Complications Tracheal and airway disorders Dysphagia Assessment and Management Sleep and Work-Related Fatigue Respiratory Support and Mechanisms Restless Legs Syndrome Research Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research Cardiovascular Syncope and Autonomic Disorders Heart Rate Variability and Autonomic Control Asthma and respiratory diseases Voice and Speech Disorders Circadian rhythm and melatonin Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet High Altitude and Hypoxia Parkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments Airway Management and Intubation Techniques Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention Neonatal Respiratory Health Research Non-Invasive Vital Sign Monitoring

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