Single Triangular Suture: A Modified Technique for Hyoid Suspension as a Treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: our experience with twenty four patients

Abstract

1 Hyoid suspension is a part of a multilevel surgery concept that is often combined with other procedures as uvulopalatopharyngoplasty to treat obstructive sleep apnea.

2 Between February 2012 and November 2016, twenty- four patients underwent the single triangular suture technique for hyoid suspension as a treatment for obstructive sleep apnea.

3.Successful outcome was reported in 12 patients, while 9 patients were responders (reduced cardiovascular risk).

4.Postoperatively, the mean AHI dropped significantly and the mean lowest oxygen saturation level increased significantly.

5.The procedure is safe, well-tolerated by patients and has a readily progressive learning curve. It is an economic and less traumatic maneuver.

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