The Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation as a Novel Therapy for Treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea—A Literature Review

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder that affects all age groups and is associated with many co-morbid diseases (especially cardiovascular diseases). Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the gold standard for treating OSA. However, adherence to PAP therapy has been a maj...

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Main Authors: Saif Mashaqi, Salma Imran Patel, Daniel Combs, Lauren Estep, Sonia Helmick, Joan Machamer, Sairam Parthasarathy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-02-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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BMI
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/4/1642