The sinus elevation procedure is a predictable technique to allow for placement of dental
implants in the posterior maxilla when the height of the alveolar ridge is limited. The sinus …

Purpose The purpose of this study was to compare objective and self-reported outcomes of
two treatments for managing mild, moderate, and severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in …

Background Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) manifests as a reduction or complete cessation
of airflow despite an ongoing inspiratory effort, leading to hypoxemia and hypercapnia. The …

阻塞性睡眠呼吸暂停及低通气综合征(obstructive sleep apnea syndrome hypopnea, OSAHS)
是一种以睡眠时响亮鼾声和上气道反复狭窄, 阻塞为特征的内科疾患. 主要病理特征是上气道 …

Introduction: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of upper airway surgery on
daytime sleepiness in nonobese patients with obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome …

Although oral appliances (OAs) have become widely used for the management of
obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), side effects of OAs are generally related to poor utilization …

Increasing awareness of the nature and prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea–hypopnea
(OSAH) among the public as well as growing understanding of its health consequences …

Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is characterized by repeated airway collapse during
sleep. The syndrome affects adult men more common than women. The most frequent and …

Introduction: The ExVent is an accessory to the O2Vent Optima mandibular advancement
device (MAD) and provides oral Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure (EPAP). Oral EPAP with …

Background From the moment the respiratory muscle groups are affected in amyotrophic
lateral sclerosis (ALS), respiratory complications will be the major cause of morbidity and …