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C109 NEW TECHNOLOGY IN SLEEP: DIAGNOSTICS AND THERAPEUTICS: Dose-Dependent Effects Of Mandibular Advancement On Upper Airway Collapsibility And Muscle Activity In Obstructive Sleep Apnea
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C109 NEW TECHNOLOGY IN SLEEP: DIAGNOSTICS AND THERAPEUTICS: Dose-Dependent Effects Of Mandibular Advancement On Upper Airway Collapsibility And Muscle Activity In Obstructive Sleep Apnea

A Bamagoos, P Cistulli, K Sutherland, J Ngiam, P Burke, L Bilston, J Butler and D Eckert
American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine, Vol.195
01/01/2017

Abstract

Medical diagnosis Muscle function Sleep apnea
Rationale: Mandibular advancement splint (MAS) therapy is an effective form of treatment for many obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients. Conclusions: Mandibular advancement improves upper airway collapsibility in a dose-dependent manner, resulting in changes in genioglossus muscle function.

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