Fellowship Director Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery Baptist Memorial Hospital Columbus, Mississippi
The purpose of the presentation is to inform participates in the use of a cranial nerve stimulator as a viable option for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Clinical data will be presented to validate the successful use of the device. The indications for use and the technique for insertion will be covered in great detail.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
Explain the indication for the use of the device in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
Describe the diagnostic procedures required for patient selection for surgery.
Determine the surgical procedure for device implantation.
Demonstrate how the device is activated.
Evaluate success rate of the procedure by obtaining objective data.