Coblation Versus Radiofrequency for Tongue Base Reduction in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The objective of this study is to determine the effectiveness and safety profile of coblation tongue base reduction (CBTR) compared to radiofrequency base of tongue (RFBOT) reduction on sleep-related outcomes in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Data sources

PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews databases.

Review methods

Literature search by 2 independent authors was conducted using the abovementioned databases. Studies on CBTR and RFBOT as part of OSA treatment in adult patients with pre- and postoperative apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) were included. Direct meta-analysis and single-arm meta-analysis were conducted to compare sleep-related outcomes (AHI, apnea index [AI], surgical success rates, Epworth sleepines

SUBMITTER: Hussain S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11743998 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature