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This article, published in the journal Thorax, explores the effects of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) on sleep in chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure. It discusses the impact of chronic respiratory diseases on sleep quality and the potential role of NIV in improving health-related quality of life. The article also highlights the physiological changes that occur during sleep in patients with conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), obesity-related respiratory failure (ORRF), and neuromuscular disorders (NMD). It emphasizes the importance of monitoring sleep quality in patients using long-term NIV and the need for further research to fully understand the effects of NIV on sleep quality. The document provides a list of references that cover studies on the relationship between sleep quality and various respiratory conditions, including COPD, obesity-related hypoventilation syndrome, and neuromuscular diseases. These references offer valuable information for researchers and healthcare professionals working with these patient populations. [Extracted from the article]