Novel treatment for hypotonic airway obstruction and severe obstructive sleep apnea using a nasopharyngeal airway device with 3D printing innovation
Journal
Journal of clinical sleep medicine : JCSM : official publication of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Journal Volume
18
Journal Issue
10
Date Issued
2022-10-01
Author(s)
Powell, Allison R
Srinivasan, Sudharsan
Helman, Jennifer L
O'Brien, Louise M
Shih, Albert
Plott, Jeff S
Zopf, David A
Abstract
Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea impacts child and familial well-being. Airway management in patients with hypotonic pharyngeal conditions is complex. Some patients may benefit from continuous positive airway pressure or bilevel positive airway pressure, others may require further invasive measures for treatment. There is critical need for treatment alternatives for patients with pharyngeal hypotonia.
Subjects
3D printing; cerebral palsy; hypotonia; nasal stent; nasopharyngeal airway; obstructive sleep apnea
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Type
journal article