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The role of upper airway stimulation therapy in the multidisciplinary management approach of obstructive sleep apnea in the adult patient
Author(s) -
Doghramji Karl,
Boon Maurits
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
the laryngoscope
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.181
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1531-4995
pISSN - 0023-852X
DOI - 10.1002/lary.26168
Subject(s) - medicine , obstructive sleep apnea , otorhinolaryngology , airway , intensive care medicine , sleep apnea , apnea , anesthesia , surgery
Upper airway stimulation therapy (UAS) is a novel and effective treatment modality for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It is indicated for patients who are intolerant to traditional forms of therapy such as CPAP, and who have moderate to severe disease. Its success also relies upon the absence of certain upper airway structural and functional abnormalities. Therefore, the implementation of UAS necessitates a comprehensive evaluation with the coordinated efforts of otolaryngologist and sleep specialist, utilizing the consultative input of various other specialists. This same collaborative process also underlies the successful long‐term followup care of patients following implantation surgery. Laryngoscope , 126:S9–S11, 2016