Summary: A study has identified over 140 new genetic risk factors for restless legs syndrome, increasing the total to 164. This discovery enhances understanding of the condition’s genetic basis, potentially leading to better diagnosis, management, and treatment. The findings … [Read more...]
Neurostimulator Helps Young Man with Down Syndrome and OSA
By Alyx Arnett For Amy Lopez, watching her son Nick Lopez, 20, who has Down syndrome, deal with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has been challenging. Diagnosed at a young age, Nick’s journey with OSA began early due to his Down syndrome-related anatomical challenges, including a … [Read more...]
Advances in Sleep Apnea & Down Syndrome Management: Earn Continuing Education
Conditions for CSTE Qualification The Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) designates this instructional activity–Sleep Review’s 2023 Digital Edition series—for a optimum of 3.5 Continuing Snooze Technologies Training (CSTE) credits. People today ought to … [Read more...]
4-Year-Old with Down Syndrome and OSA Benefits from Inspire
Summary: A 4-12 months-aged boy with Down syndrome and critical obstructive slumber apnea confirmed substantial advancement right after receiving a hypoglossal nerve stimulation implant, normally applied in older people and also authorised for adolescents with Down syndrome and … [Read more...]