Mandibular advancement splints (MAS), which protrude the lower jaw during sleep, are
recognized as an effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) through their action …

Abstract Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterized by
repetitive collapse of the upper airway (UA). One treatment option is a mandibular …

We present an open‐source physical simulation system suitable for efficient modeling of
anatomical structures composed of both hard and soft tissue components, interconnected by …

The human tongue is composed mainly of skeletal muscle tissue and has a complex
architecture. Its anatomy is characterised by interweaving yet distinct muscle groups. It is a …

Introduction The purpose of this study was to analyze pharyngeal airflow using both
computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and fluid structure interactions (FSI) in obstructive sleep …

This study deals with the numerical prediction and experimental description of the flow-
induced deformation in a rapidly convergent–divergent geometry which stands for a …

Repetitive closure of the upper airway characterizes obstructive sleep apnea. It disrupts
sleep causing excessive daytime drowsiness and is linked to hypertension and …

Our paper proposes an innovative approach for modeling Fluid–Structure Interaction (FSI).
Our method combines both traditional monolithic and partitioned approaches, creating a …

The most collapsible part of the upper airway in the majority of individuals is the velopharynx
which is the segment positioned behind the soft palate. As such it is an important …

Patient-specific finite element (FE) modeling of the upper airway is an effective tool for
accurate assessment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) syndrome. It is also useful for …