Why You Snore More After Summer Vacation
Occasional snoring may not be a concern, but persistent or worsening snoring could be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, a condition that deserves medical attention.
New Device Reduces Sleep Apnea Episodes by as Much as 70 Percent
New Device Reduces Sleep Apnea Episodes by as Much as 70 Percent
According to researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, a new implantable device now undergoing clinical trials may reduce the severity of sleep apnea by as much as 70 percent in some patients. The device is called the Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation, or UAS, and the video below explains what it does, and how it works.
By Ramie A Tritt, MD,President, Atlanta ENT
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