Backscattered Ultrasonographic Imaging of the Tongue and Outcome in Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HNS) is an increasingly used therapy. However, not all patients undergoing HNS implantation benefit from the treatment, making an improved patient selection a priority. This study investigates whether backscattered ultrasonographic imaging (BUI) can predict the response to HNS therapy.

Study design

Cross-sectional study.

Setting

Secondary and tertiary hospital.

Methods

In this multicenter cross-sectional study, we recruited patients who had undergone HNS implantation during their scheduled follow-up consultation. HNS therapy parameters were collected. Standardized submental ultrasonographic examination and home sleep apnea testing were performed. The primary outcome was assessing the response to HNS therapy using ultraso

SUBMITTER: Tschopp S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12120040 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature