Randomized crossover study of tongue-retaining device and positive airway pressure for obstructive sleep apnea.
CONCLUSIONS: CPAP was superior to TRD for resolving PSG parameters; however, both similarly improved QOL and daytime sleepiness. TRD might be considered a short-term alternative treatment for OSA.
TRIAL REGISTRATION: NCT02788487.
PMID: 31754961 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Sleep and Breathing - Category: Sleep Medicine Authors: Banhiran W, Durongphan A, Keskool P, Chongkolwatana C, Metheetrairut C Tags: Sleep Breath Source Type: research
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