Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation: An Update on the Latest Evidence

Clemens Heiser; Benedikt Hofauer

doi:10.1007/s40136-019-00244-y

Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation: An Update on the Latest Evidence

Clemens Heiser, Benedikt Hofauer

Technical University of Munich

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Purpose of Review: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common disease in which narrowing of the upper airway occurs during sleep. Hypoglossal nerve stimulation represents a new therapy option for patients who are noncompliant with standard-treatment continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy. This review provides an overview of the latest evidence regarding this technique. Recent Findings: Various devices have been investigated for hypoglossal nerve stimulation in recent years. A breathing cycle-dependent selective hypoglossal nerve stimulation system has been shown to be effective in clinical routine over many years. Summary: Hypoglossal nerve stimulation is a useful treatment option for patients with OSA who are unable to use their CPAP. It is safe, highly effective and very well accepted by patients.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	181-186
Number of pages	6
Journal	Current Otorhinolaryngology Reports
Volume	7
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s40136-019-00244-y
State	Published - 15 Jun 2019
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Hypoglossal nerve
Hypoglossal nerve stimulation
Neurostimulation
Obstructive sleep apnea
Operative techniques in sleep apnea
Upper airway stimulation

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