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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Hypopnea Syndrome among Obese Patients Visiting the Outpatient Department of a Tertiary Care Centre

Journal of Nepal Medical Association
Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome is a major health public problem, with a possible contribution to cardiovascular disease and obesity.
Mimansa Dixit, Sachin Pawar, Saumya Saket   +2 more
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Apolipoprotein E (APOE) Genotype and Cognitive Outcomes of Snoring in a Large Cohort of Adolescents

The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
This study examined the relationship between the APOE genotype, snoring, and cognitive performance in adolescents using data from the ABCD study. The results indicated no significant interaction effects between the APOE genotype, snoring frequency, and time on cognitive outcomes. Therefore, the APOE genotype may not be a reliable predictor of cognitive
Amal Isaiah
wiley   +1 more source

Factors Affecting Nasal Discharge in Chronic Rhinosinusitis Patients

The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
This study aimed to identify patient‐specific factors influencing the severity of nasal drainage in chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) patients. It found that postnasal discharge (PND) was the most severe symptom, with female gender, CRS without nasal polyps, prior endoscopic sinus surgery, and allergies significantly associated with severe PND.
Pranav A. Patel, Ethan M. Kallenberger, Shaun A. Nguyen, Jess C. Mace, Alexander N. Duffy, Zachary M. Soler, Timothy L. Smith, Rodney J. Schlosser   +7 more
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Correlation between chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome in a general population in Iran

Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 2011
Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate epidemiological relationship between chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and sleep apnea syndrome in a sample of Persian population. Methods: As a part of a population-based cross-sectional study, 3900
Babak Amra, Mohammad Golshan, Ingo Fietze, Thomas Penzel, Tobias Welte   +4 more
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Safety of Monopolar Electrocautery Use in Patients With Implanted Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulators

The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
This study evaluated the effect of Monopolar electrocautery (MPE) on the functionality of hypoglossal nerve stimulators (HGNS) implants. A total of 85 patients who had undergone additional surgeries after their HGNS implant were included and analyzes compared outcomes between those who underwent surgeries involving MPE and those who's surgeries did not
Nana‐Hawwa Abdul‐Rahman, Alison Y. Choi, Siri Ravuri, Rachel L. Whelan, Ryan J. Soose, Thomas M. Kaffenberger   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Adjuvant pharmacological strategies for the musculoskeletal system during long‐term space missions

British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, EarlyView., 2023
Abstract Despite 2 h of daily exercise training, muscle wasting and bone loss are still present after 6‐month missions to the international space station. Some crew members lose bone much faster than others. In preparation for missions to the Moon and Mars, space agencies are therefore reviewing their countermeasure portfolios.
Friederike Thomasius, Dominik Pesta, Jörn Rittweger   +2 more
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Patients' and Physicians' Perspectives on Using an ePRO Structure at the Otorhinolaryngology Outpatient Clinic

The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
The majority of the patients reported that the ePRO structure was a valuable addition to the consultation, and they reported significant fewer missed topics during consultations. The qualitative analysis showed increased patient empowerment, as most were better prepared for the consultation, were more equal conversation partners and felt more heard by ...
Kira S. van Hof, Aimée F. Herkendaal, Paul G. J. ten Koppel, Robert. J. Baatenburg de Jong, Aniel Sewnaik, Marinella P. J. Offerman   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Relationship of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Erectile Dysfunction in Patients Referred to Specialized Sleep Clinic

مجله دانشکده پزشکی اصفهان, 2013
Background: The purpose of this study was investigating the relationship of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and erectile dysfunction (ED) in patients referred to specialized sleep clinic.
Kia Nouri-Mahdavi, Babak Amra, Farhad Tadayon, Surena Niknejad   +3 more
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Pulsatile Tinnitus as the Primary Symptom in IIH: A Distinct Clinical Entity

The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To compare patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) who present with pulsatile tinnitus (PT) to the Otolaryngology service with those with IIH who present with more classical symptoms to non‐otolaryngologists. Methods Chart query confirmed all patients diagnosed with PT and IIH (by modified Friedman criteria).
Daniel H. Coelho, Warren Felton, Scott Haines, Nauman F. Manzoor, Aristides Sismanis   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Impact of Mask Type on Pharyngeal Opening Pressures During Drug‐Induced Sleep Endoscopy

The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
Assessment of the impact of mask type on pharyngeal opening pressures during drug‐induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) is currently lacking. Our study demonstrates that pharyngeal opening pressures at the velum, oropharynx, and tongue base are significantly reduced using nasal vs. full‐face mask techniques.
Leonard E. Estephan, Erin Creighton, Alana Platukus, Jacob Beiriger, Nicole Molin, Henry C. Ideker, Stephen F. White, Maurits S. Boon, Colin T. Huntley   +8 more
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