Sleep apnea is more common in people who are overweight.Excess fat in the neck compresses the _____,cutting off airflow.

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Excess fat in the neck can compress the larynx, which is the passageway for air between the nose/mouth and lungs. This compression can lead to a restriction of airflow during sleep, resulting in sleep apnea. The other options (thorax, bronchi, lungs, alveoli) do not play as direct a role in obstructive sleep apnea.

Sleep Apnea Is More Common in People Who Are Overweight