Combined RF Surgery of the Tongue Base and Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Introduction: The aim of the study was to investigate the effectiveness of combined bipolar radiofrequency surgery of the tongue base (RFBT) and uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) in a single session for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and to determine whether this combination is safe and well tolerated.

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Key information

Conditions

Sleep Apnea Syndrome Apnea Dyssomnias Nervous System Diseases Respiration Disorders Respiratory Tract Diseases Sleep Apnea Syndromes Sleep Disorders, Intrinsic Sleep Wake Disorders

Age range

18 year–80 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Faculty Hospital Motol

Prague, 150 06, Czechia

Who can participate

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

obstructive sleep apnea not treated by CPAP

Exclusion criteria

a history of previous surgery for OSA and only one level of airway obstruction

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Charles University, Czech Republic

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Registry information

Official study title

Combined Bipolar Radiofrequency Surgery of the Tongue Base and Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Important dates

First posted: Dec 14, 2010
Registry last updated: Dec 14, 2010

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