Polysomnography

Sleep Labs Prioritize EEG Electrode Leadwire Durability, While Exploring Wireless Technologies

New survey data highlights what sleep lab supervisors value most in EEG equipment setups, alongside common troubleshooting challenges.

Polysomnography

Sleep Sensor Kits Comparison Guide

Sleep Review's sleep sensor kits guide compares these bundles on included sensors, usage, warranties, and range, as well as provides information on how to request samples.

Polysomnography

Baby Dies During Sleep Study While Sleep Techs ‘Troubleshoot the Machines’

The sleep techs turned their attention to the equipment, rather than the patient, when reacting to the sensor data, according to the family's attorney. Healthcare professionals must treat the patient, not the equipment, sources say.

How One Patient’s Textured Hair Nearly Kept Her From a Needed EEG

May 1, 2023 | Polysomnography, Race/Ethnicity

Requirements to remove hair extensions, braids, cornrows, and wigs and avoid styling products the night before the appointment could discourage people with thick, curly, and textured hair from going forward with an EEG.

Nox Medical Gets Patent for Method of Measuring Respiratory Effort in Sleep Studies

Apr 5, 2023 | Home Apnea Testing, Polysomnography

The patent describes how the signals recorded from Nox standard respiratory bands can be used to derive information on internal respiratory effort mechanisms.

Self-Applied Wireless Home Polysomnography Solution Set to Roll Out

Apr 4, 2023 | Home Apnea Testing, Polysomnography

Onera Health and MedBridge Healthcare plan to onboard the first customer for the home polysomnography service in the first half of the year.

Nox Medical’s Sleep Test Software Now Compatible With Citrix

Mar 27, 2023 | Home Apnea Testing, Polysomnography

Citrix users can now look up Nox Medical’s Noxturnal software and find information about what Citrix setups are compatible with the software’s install and setup.

Natus Acquires Micromed

Jan 25, 2023 | Polysomnography

Natus will grow through the addition of the complete line of Micromed solutions to comprise an even stronger portfolio of products across EEG, PSG, EMG, and ICU monitoring.

Nox Health Announces New Strategic Investment Partner

Dec 1, 2022 | Polysomnography

Nox Health recently announced a strategic growth investment from Vestar Capital Partners, a middle-market private equity firm.

Disposable Versus Reusable Sleep Sensors: Which Costs Less?

Aug 17, 2022 | Financial Management, Polysomnography

It’s not just the monthly dollar amount on the invoice that makes a dent in the sleep lab budget. The cost of labor and cleaning supplies could change how the expense of sleep sensors stack up for your sleep lab.

Polysomnography Market Expected to See Growth In Coming Years

Jan 24, 2022 | Polysomnography

The polysomnography market value is set to grow by $136.42 million, progressing at a compound annual growth rate of 5.71% from 2020 to 2025.

‘What I Learned From My Sleep Study’

Sep 23, 2021 | Curated, Polysomnography

WebMD: An obstructive sleep apnea patient describes their experience with an in-lab sleep study.

Treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea: AASM Releases Guidance for Follow-Up Sleep Studies

Sep 2, 2021 | Academies & Associations, Home Apnea Testing, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Polysomnography

When should a treated OSA patient have a repeat PSG or HSAT? The AASM releases its first statement to guide clinicians.

A Patient’s Perspective on a Night in a Sleep Lab

Aug 22, 2021 | Curated, Polysomnography

Bedlam Farm Journal: “People don’t need to be tired and struggle with sleep for years, as I have done. It seems there is hope.”

Autoscoring Software Comparison Guide

Jul 10, 2021 | AI & Machine Learning, Home Apnea Testing, Polysomnography

This guide compares autoscoring software specifications including algorithm details, hardware compatibility, validation studies, pricing structure, time to score, scoring parameters, tech support, and more.