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eJournal of Oral Maxillofacial Research, 2015 Objectives: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of a mandibular advancement device on different grades of obstructive sleep apnea using a relatively simple test for the apnea-hypopnea index to determine if a mandibular device will be ...
Antti Raunio +4 more
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The Anatomical Record, EarlyView.Abstract Hypoglossal nerve or tongue protruding muscle stimulation is a current treatment option for obstructive sleep apnea. Thus, the present study analyzed 3D deformations of the volumetric enlarged and reduced tongue base upon oropharyngeal neuromuscular stimulation.
Sydney Chen +2 more
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British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, EarlyView.Hypertension in obesity represents a major global health challenge, closely linked to the global epidemics of obesity, type 2 diabetes and metabolic dysfunction. Excess adiposity contributes to elevated blood pressure through multiple, interrelated mechanisms, including activation of the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system, sympathetic nervous system ...
Christina Antza +12 more
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Simple snoring: Not quite so simple after all? [PDF]
, 2014 Simple snoring (SS), in the absence of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), is a common problem, yet our understanding of its causes and consequences is incomplete.
Wilson, Janet +4 more
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مجله دانشکده پزشکی اصفهان, 2016 Background: Obstructive sleep apnea and stroke are the most common diseases worldwide and especially in our country. Previous studies showed that both above diseases are common risk factors and in some of study co-morbidity to stroke and obstructive ...
Mohammadreza Najafi, Sara Hoseinpour
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Economic evaluations of antiobesity medications: A systematic literature review
British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, EarlyView.The global prevalence of obesity is rising rapidly. With several antiobesity medications approved and many more in development, understanding their economic value is increasingly important. This study reviews full economic evaluations of approved antiobesity medications to assess cost‐effectiveness and inform reimbursement and access decisions.
Martina Jurković +5 more
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Cardioversion of atrial fibrillation does not affect obstructive sleep apnea
Upsala Journal of Medical Sciences, 2017 Background: Sleep apnea is common in patients with atrial fibrillation, but the effect of the cardioversion of atrial fibrillation to sinus rhythm on central and obstructive apneas is mainly unknown.
Niklas Höglund +4 more
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British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, EarlyView.Aims This study aimed to evaluate the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of a novel oral modified‐release psilocybin formulation (REL‐P11) in normal‐weight and overweight/obese healthy adults and to assess its suitability for controlled, subperceptual exposure, in light of emerging evidence supporting serotonergic modulation in metabolic ...
Anna Signor +11 more
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What Is the Pterygomandibular Raphe? A Confluence of Fasciae Rather Than a Discrete Structure
Clinical Anatomy, EarlyView.ABSTRACT The pterygomandibular raphe (PMR) has traditionally been described as a fibrous or tendinous band connecting the bucinator (BM) and superior pharyngeal constrictor (SPCM) muscles. However, recent evidence has questioned its existence. This study aimed to reevaluate the anatomy of the pterygomandibular region by preserving fascial continuity ...
Joe Iwanaga +10 more
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The association between cigarette smoking and obstructive sleep apnea
, 2019 Introduction Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious sleep disorder characterized by repetitive episodes of paused or shallow breathing during sleep. Patients with OSA often have excessive daytime sleepiness.
Nan-Ying Chiu +4 more
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