Benefits of Oral Appliance Therapy with Mouth Shield Highlighted in New Research
The combination of the TAP mandibular advancement device and a mouth shield aims to improve oral, cardiac, and cognitive health alongside sleep apnea treatment.
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New FDA-Cleared Solution Triages Cardiac Risks Faster in Sleep Apnea Patients
As the links between sleep health and heart health increasingly become apparent, easier ways to triage potential heart problems in sleep apnea patients have entered the marketplace.
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LatestSecrets of a Successful Cardio-Sleep Program
Three years in, Advocate Aurora Health's cardio-sleep program has led to thousands of cardiac patients being treated for their sleep apnea.
FDA Clears Withings ScanWatch for SpO2 Functionality: CEO Says Wearable ‘Can Aid in the Detection of Breathing Disturbances at Night’
Developed with cardiologists and sleep experts, it has been used in a study to monitor COVID patients remotely in German hospitals.
Read MoreCPAP Therapy Did Not Reduce Atrial Fibrillation Burden in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
CPAP therapy does not reduce the burden of atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with paroxysmal AF and central or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Read MoreStudy: WatchPAT Can Detect Sleep Apnea in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation
The study concluded that WatchPAT can diagnose sleep apnea events in patients with AF with and without nocturnal active atrial fibrillation episodes with accuracy similar to what was previously reported for general population.
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Atrial Fibrillation Isn’t the Only Type of Arrhythmia Linked to Sleep Apnea
A new study sheds light on links between arrhythmias, sudden cardiac mortality, and OSA.
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Fitbit Gets FDA Clearance for ECG App
Fitbit received 510(k) clearance from the FDA for its electrocardiogram app to assess heart rhythm for atrial fibrillation.
Read MoreManaging the Epidemic of Obstructive and Central Sleep Apnea in Cardiology
A cardiologist and a sleep physician discuss: how to screen cardiology patients for SDB, PSG versus HST for diagnosis, and treatment options.
Read MoreSleep Apnea Common in AF, Often Undiagnosed
Despite its prevalence in patients with atrial fibrillation, sleep apnea is often undiagnosed in this patient population, researchers found.
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Sleep Apnea May Increase Atrial Fibrillation Risk
There is strong biologic plausibility that obstructive sleep apnea may increase the risk of developing atrial fibrillation through a number of mechanisms.
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