New findings suggest that the therapy is associated with sustained improvements regarding insomnia, depression and quality of life.
Neurostimulation for Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (Podcast)
A sleep disorders specialist explores considerations around when and in whom to consider hypoglossal nerve stimulation if positive airway pressure therapy comes up short.
Is Upper Airway Stimulation for OSA Being Denied to Many Patients Who Can Benefit Most?
Among patients with obstructive sleep apnea, women and those who previously used oral appliances are most likely to be denied insurance coverage of upper airway stimulation therapy, a new study finds.
Older Age, Lower BMI Predict Success with Upper Airway Stimulation for Sleep Apnea
The international ADHERE registry of real-world use of hypoglossal nerve stimulation also showed a nonsignificant trend toward better outcomes in women than in men.
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