Clinical Characteristics of Older Adults Seeking Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Joseph M DzierzewskiPablo SotoNima Vahidi Ryan Scott Nord

Published in: Ear, nose, & throat journal (2021)

The aim of the study was to better understand the clinical characteristics of older patients with OSA seeking HNS treatment. Utilizing NIH PROMIS questionnaires, we identified unique clinical and psychosocial correlates in this sample, which included higher rates of insomnia symptoms, physical dysfunction, cognitive deficits, and depressive symptoms than the general population. Future studies will be needed to investigate these relationships more thoroughly and throughout the course of the treatment.

Keyphrases

obstructive sleep apnea
depressive symptoms
mental health
physical activity
oxidative stress
combination therapy
sleep quality
replacement therapy