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Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation

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Ep 51 Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for Adult OSA with Dr. Matthew Hensler

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Episode #51

Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for Adult OSA

In this episode we talk with Dr. Matthew Hensler about Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for treating Adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), including how he learned the procedure, patient selection, procedure tips, and advice on building a successful program.

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An illustration depicting the placement of a hypoglossal nerve stimulator.

Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Surgery, Part 2: Postoperative Care, Device Settings & Side Effects

After hypoglossal nerve stimulator (HNS) surgery, patients can expect to work with their otolaryngologist as well as a sleep pulmonologist in order to maximize the device’s efficacy. Learn more about postoperative care, device settings, and the side effects that may occur after HNS surgery.

The backtable setup for a hypoglossal nerve stimulator surgery.

Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Surgery, Part 1: Candidacy, Technique & Device Limitations

Hypoglossal nerve stimulator surgery offers obstructive sleep apnea patients an alternative treatment if a CPAP machine is ineffective. Learn more about patient candidacy, procedure technique, and limitations of current hypoglossal nerve stimulator devices.

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