Managing wound complications in hypoglossal nerve stimulation: Prevention strategies and criteria for avoiding device explantation

Hypoglossal nerve stimulation is a proven treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, yet its invasive nature raises concerns about wound complications. This case series examines three distinct postoperative scenarios: (1) early infection in a patient with poor glycemic control and inadequate self-care,...

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Main Authors: Kai-Yuan Hsiao, Martha Lucía Gutiérrez Pérez, Patrícia S. Cé, Thomaz Fleury Curado
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-06-01
Series:Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Cases
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214541925000136
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