Modified surgical approach to hypoglossal nerve stimulator implantation in the pediatric population. (3rd August 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Bowe, Sarah N.; Diercks, Gillian R.; Hartnick, Christopher J.
• Is Part Of: Laryngoscope. Volume 128:Number 6(2018)
• Page Start: 1490
• Page End: 1492
• Publication Date: 2017-08-03
• Subjects: Obstructive sleep apnea -- hypoglossal nerve stimulator -- upper airway stimulation -- surgery -- approach -- technique -- traditional -- modified -- pediatric -- children -- adolescents; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; 617.51005
• DOI: 10.1002/lary.26808
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0023-852X

Abstract

Abstract : Upper airway stimulation with the hypoglossal nerve stimulator is a promising treatment modality for severe obstructive sleep apnea in carefully selected patients with Down syndrome. The pediatric population presents a greater variety in body habitus, including thorax size. A modified surgical approach, utilizing a medially placed, single chest incision, instead of two separate chest incisions, provides an alternative that is particularly useful for pediatric patients with small stature. As this technology is evaluated for Food and Drug Administration clearance in the pediatric population, it is important to consider modifications in surgical technique, partnering prior surgical experience with the technical support of company representatives. Laryngoscope, 128:1490–1492, 2018