The efficacy of a titrated tongue-stabilizing device on obstructive sleep apnea: a quasi-experimental study.

ABSTRACT:

Study objectives

To evaluate the short-term efficacy and self-reported outcomes of tongue-stabilizing device (TSD) therapy as compared to those of mandibular advancement device (MAD) therapy in an adult population diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea.

Methods

This study is a parallel, nonrandomized clinical trial of the TSD and MAD therapies. The efficacy of both interventions was evaluated objectively by level 3 home sleep apnea testing and by self-report using the Epworth Sleepiness Scale, the Functional Outcomes of Sleep Questionnaire, the Chalder Fatigue Scale, and the 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey. Adherence and adverse effects were self-reported.

Results

Of the 39 patients who received TSD therapy, 27 managed to adapt and complete the trial and were matched

SUBMITTER: Alshhrani WM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8656899 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature