Combined RF Surgery of the Tongue Base and Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Completed
- Conditions
- Sleep Apnea Syndrome
- Registration Number
- NCT01259154
- Lead Sponsor
- Charles University, Czech Republic
- Brief Summary
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.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- Not specified
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
Study & Design
- Study Type
- OBSERVATIONAL
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Faculty Hospital Motol
🇨🇿Prague, Czech Republic