Upper airway stimulation (UAS) is successful in treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) showing improved outcomes, length of stay, and readmission compared to transoral robotic surgery (TORS).
Air Pollution May Contribute to OSA
New data show that air pollution may contribute to obstructive sleep apnea.
Insufficient Sleep May Play Significant Role in Development of Alzheimer’s
Early intervention to treat sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea may help prevent or delay Alzheimer’s disease.
Is UPPP Effective in Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
There is level 1 evidence that suggests UPPP surgery is an effective treatment for OSA in the appropriately selected patient.
Sleep Disorders Affect Men and Women Differently
Sleep-related health issues manifest in and affect the lives of males and females differently
OSA and Insomnia Often Go Undiagnosed in African Americans
African Americans with sleep apnea and insomnia are rarely diagnosed with either disorder, even when the severity is likely to affect their health
Sleep Apnea Can Cause Complications with Dental Implants
A new study shows a strong correlation between OSA and complications with previously implanted oral prosthetics
OSA and Otolaryngology Procedures are Risk Factors for Unanticipated Hospital Admissions after Ambulatory Surgery in Kids
Most unanticipated admissions following ambulatory surgery in children are related to anesthesia, with otolaryngology procedures and obstructive sleep apnea among the most significant predictive factors for admission.
When to Order a Sleep Study in Children Who Snore
While guidelines help to determine when to order a sleep study, clinical judgment is vital
Can Tonsil Size Help Predict Pediatric OSA Severity?
A study showed that tonsil size did not correlate with baseline OSA severity, even when adenoid hypertrophy was accounted for in the analysis
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