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The hypoglossal nerve stimulator is a novel strategy for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] It has been gaining popularity over the last few decades and was approved in Europe in 2013 and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in April 2014. [ 3 ]
Natalie Boller, 63, has a Genio Nyxoah bilateral hypoglossal nerve stimulator implant fitted for obstructive sleep apnoea (Lucy North/PA Wire) Both devices stimulate the hypoglossal nerve, which ...
Hypoglossal nerve stimulation, an option for some patients who have obstructive sleep apnea [28] Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) for the treatment of incontinence. Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS, which refers to simulation of nerves beyond the spine or brain, and may be considered to include occipital or sacral nerve stimulation)
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An implanted hypoglossal nerve stimulation system received European CE Mark (Conformité Européenne) approval in March 2012. [174] Also being studied are exercises of the muscles around the mouth and throat through activities such as playing the didgeridoo. [175] [176]
The hypoglossal nerve may be connected (anastomosed) to the facial nerve to attempt to restore function when the facial nerve is damaged. Attempts at repair by either wholly or partially connecting nerve fibres from the hypoglossal nerve to the facial nerve may be used when there is focal facial nerve damage (for example, from trauma or cancer).