I also have a claim for sleep apnea being secondary to PTSD and am preparing a response. This address contain a BVA winning settlement :
http://www.va.gov/vetapp01/files01/0102100.txt
I have a meeting next week with a new sleep apnea Dr. and would like to pull your information you mention above where there is a documented connection. Please share the URL.
Thanks----OldFisherman