Recent studies have suggested a possible unique link between loud snoring and carotid artery stenosis, even in patients without OSA or with only very mild disease.
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
Cine MRI and DISE Equally Effective for Identifying Upper Airway Obstruction in Children
Cine MRI and DISE documented single and multiple sites of UAO in children with persistent OSA after AT
Sleep Apnea Can Cause Complications with Dental Implants
A new study shows a strong correlation between OSA and complications with previously implanted oral prosthetics
Modified UPPP Improves Daytime Sleepiness, QOL in OSA
OSAS is associated with increased morbidity and mortality, as well as increased risk of poor sleep and low QOL
Supraglottoplasty Can Improve AHI, LSAT in Pediatric OSA Patients
However, the majority of them are not cured, and additional research is needed
Sleep Endoscopy, Cine MRI Most Effective in Identifying Pediatric OSA Obstruction Sites
Drug-induced sleep endoscopy and cine MRI are the most commonly reported tools to identify obstruction sites for children with persistent OSA
Mandibular Advancement Devices Improve AHI, Symptoms of Mild to Moderate OSA
MADs reduce AHI, increase oxygen saturation, and improve the main symptoms of mild to moderate OSAHS
Sleep Improves after Endoscopic Sinus Surgery in Patients With or Without OSA
Patients with chronic rhinosinusitis and comorbid obstructive sleep apnea see substantial improvements in quality of life following sinus surgery