Research Needs Rodent Models of Restless Legs Syndrome, But Assessing RLS in Mice Is Tricky
The International Restless Legs Syndrome Study Group publishes a new guideline on construct validity of rodent models of RLS.
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Author: Jane Kollmer
When Should Surgery Be Discussed with Sleep Apnea Patients? AASM Weighs In
An update to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine clinical practice guideline acknowledges the expanding evidence for surgical interventions for sleep apnea. But some physicians think the guideline doesn’t go far enough.
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Underdiagnosis of Sleep Apnea Is a Problem That Technology Can Help Fix
Advances in home sleep testing may chip away at the number of people who remain undiagnosed while capturing a more accurate calculation of the apnea hypopnea index.
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Assessing Daytime Sleepiness: AASM Updates Protocols for MSLT & MWT
Standardization of multiple sleep latency tests and maintenance of wakefulness tests will increase the value of results.
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Treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea: AASM Releases Guidance for Follow-Up Sleep Studies
When should a treated OSA patient have a repeat PSG or HSAT? The AASM releases its first statement to guide clinicians.
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