How does Inspire Sleep Apnea Treatment work? Inspire is implanted in a simple surgical procedure. Approximately one month after surgery, when you are ready to sleep, you can turn the device on with a simple remote control. While yousleep, the Inspire senses breathing and sends a gentle pulse ...
Inspire therapy may be a treatment option for your obstructive sleep apnea patients who struggle with CPAP.
All components of the system are placed inside the body during a surgical procedure that typically lasts 2 ½ hours. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia, and patients typically resume a normal diet on the night after surgery. The system is generally placed on the right side...
in a second surgical procedure the replaceable element is separated from the non-replaceable element and removed from the patient's body while retaining (i.e. not removing) the non-replaceable element and the lead. A new (e.g. second) replaceable element is implanted and removably connected ...
First, there are risks related to the surgical procedure itself such as pain, swelling, temporary tongue weakness, and infection. These types of events are generally expected with any kind of surgery, and almost all of them are resolved on their own or with medication within a period of ...