WiCNNAct: Wi-Fi-Based Human Activity Recognition Utilizing Deep Learning on the Edge Computing Devices by Venkata Raghava Shashank Viswanathuni, Rakesh Reddy Yakkati, Sreenivasa Reddy Yeduri, Linga Reddy Cenkeramaddi

“…The model is deployed on various edge computing devices, including Raspberry Pi, to assess real-time deployment feasibility. …”
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Validity of a Consumer-Based Wearable to Measure Clinical Parameters in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Healthy Controls: Observational Study by Fien Hermans, Eva Arents, Astrid Blondeel, Wim Janssens, Nina Cardinaels, Patrick Calders, Thierry Troosters, Eric Derom, Heleen Demeyer

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to assess the validity of the Fitbit Charge 4, a wrist-worn consumer-based wearable, to measure clinical parameters (ie, daily step count, resting heart rate [RHR], heart rate variability [HRV], respiratory rate [RR], and oxygen saturation) in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and healthy controls in free-living conditions in Belgium by comparing it with medical-grade devices. …”
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Refining a hybrid music therapy intervention for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and heart failure: a single arm pilot study by Haitong Yu, Angelique Foss, Tracy L. Segall, Seneca Block, Kayleigh Risser, Rab Razzak, Michael Zacharias, Catalina V. Teba, Samuel N. Rodgers-Melnick

“…Abstract Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and heart failure (HF) pose significant challenges to patients and the health systems that care for them. …”
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Heart transplantation in a patient with left ventricular assist device after pump thrombosis: The first case report in Serbia by Terzić Duško, Putnik Svetozar, Nestorović Emilija, Bilbija Ilija, Gojkovic-Bukarica Ljiljana, Jovičić Vladimir, Rajković Jovana, Ristić Miljko

“…A 59-year-old male was implanted by left ventricular assist device Heart Mate II as a bridge to transplantation seventeen months before the onset of a potentially fatal complication – the thrombosis with the complete obstruction of the device. …”
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Navigating Care Challenges in Elderly Patients Following Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Implantation by Michael Joo, Erin Gurski, Efstathia Polychronopoulou, Mukaila Raji, Rizwana Sultana

“…Introduction: Hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HNS) “Inspire_© therapy” has garnered popularity among obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients seeking an alternative to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy. …”
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Impacts of an Oral Appliance on Snoring in Adults with Varying Degrees of Snoring Severity: A Preliminary Study by Yu-Hsiang Cheng, Jui-Kun Chiang, Yen-Chang Lin, Hsueh-Hsin Kao, Yee-Hsin Kao

“…<i>Background and Objectives</i>: Oral appliances (OAs) are commonly used to manage sleep-disordered breathing conditions, including primary snoring, and offer an alternative treatment for individuals with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who cannot tolerate continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy. …”
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Preoperative halo-pelvic traction leading to near-complete airway obstruction in a child with severe thoracic lordosis and scoliosis: a case report by Ruoxi Wang, Jinqian Liang, Lulu Ma

“…Abstract Background Halo-pelvic traction is a relatively safe treatment for preoperative spinal deformity correction in patients with severe scoliosis. Common device-related complications include local infection, back discomfort, and nerve compression symptoms. …”
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Characterizing the Landscape of Otolaryngology Trained Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Surgeons by Emily Clementi, Jack Dowd, Amir Hakimi, Sami Alahmadi, Mark Russo, Maria V. Suurna, Michael Hoa, Sarah K. Rapoport

“…ABSTRACT Background Hypoglossal nerve stimulator (HNS) implantation has become increasingly common to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) among patients unable to tolerate positive pressure therapy. …”
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Effects of continuous positive airway pressure therapy on the recurrence and progression of atrial fibrillation in patients with concomitant obstructive sleep Apnea: a systematic r... by Kartik Kumar Rathi, Umair Saleem, Zainab Wahaj, Muskan Kumari, Laiba Iqbal, Suresh Kumar Langhani, Syeda Ilsa Aaqil, Versha Kumari, Nimrata Kumari

“…Abstract Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) has been frequently linked with the development of atrial fibrillation (AF) due to the underlying mechanism of hypoxia-induced surge in sympathetic activity leading to electrical changes in the heart. …”
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Unrecognized severe obstructive sleep apnea as a dominant risk factor for non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy in an apparently healthy patient by Katanić-Pasovski Katarina, Popević Martin, Pasovski Viktor, Petrović-Pajić Sanja, Iklozan Kristina, Rančić Nemanja, Resan Mirko, Raičević Ranko

“…The patient was referred to a somnologist, who, after diagnostics, confirmed the presence of severe, untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and indicated treatment with a continuous positive air pressure (CPAP) device. …”
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Exploring the Frontier of Inhalation Therapy: A Review of Dry Powder Inhalers for Precision Management of Inflammatory Lung Diseases by Amir R. Tamboli, Vishal D. Yadav, Sameer J. Nadaf, Vaishnavi V. Nivekar, Ketaki S. Salve, Ennus T. Tamboli, Akshay M. Nalawade

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The Role of ICS/LABA Fixed-Dose Combinations in the Treatment of Asthma and COPD: Bioequivalence of a Generic Fluticasone Propionate-Salmeterol Device by Donald P. Tashkin, Jill A. Ohar, Arkady Koltun, Richard Allan, Jonathan K. Ward

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Enhancing Adherence to Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Using Augmented Reality: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial by Ming-Che Chen, Yen-Chin Chen, Cheng-Yu Lin

“…The primary outcome measure is CPAP adherence, defined as using the CPAP device for more than 70% of sleep time, with a minimum of 4 hours per night. …”
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Potential Pneumoconiosis Patients Monitoring and Warning System with Acoustic Signal by Zhongxu Bao, Baoxuan Xu, Xuehan Zhang, Yuqing Yin, Xu Yang, Qiang Niu

“…While traditional sensor-based methods are promising, they necessitate the wearing of devices and confine human physical movements. On the other hand, camera-based methods have issues related to illumination, obstruction, and privacy. …”
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Comparison of Auto- and Fixed-Continuous Positive Airway Pressure on Air Leak in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Data from a Randomized Controlled Trial by Marius Lebret, Marie-Caroline Rotty, Cyril Argento, Jean-Louis Pepin, Renaud Tamisier, François Arbib, Dany Jaffuel, Nicolas Molinari, Jean-Christian Borel

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Active home surveillance system (COD19) in managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: lessons and future perspectives from the COVID-19 pandemic experience by Andrea Foppiani, Valeria Calcaterra, Chiara Montanari, Simona Bertoli, Alberto Battezzati, Gianvincenzo Zuccotti

“…Objectives: This study, part of a larger cohort of COVID-positive patients, focuses on individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) monitored through an active home surveillance system (COD19). …”
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3-D changes in tooth position after treatment with mandibular advancement devices -a retrospective study in a non-university setting by Sabine S. Linsen, Alexander Meyer, Nikolaos Daratsianos, Anton Kares

“…Abstract Background While mandibular advancement devices (MADs) are effective in reducing obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)-related events, they can also cause occlusal changes. …”
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A Review of Treatment Options in Paediatric Sleep-disordered Breathing by Yu-Shu Huang, Christian Guilleminault

“…The clinical presentation of paediatric obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is different from that reported in adults. …”
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Effects of using wearable devices to monitoring physical activity in pulmonary rehabilitation programs for chronic respiratory diseases: A systematic review protocol. by Thaianne Rangel Agra Oliveira, Ana Tereza do Nascimento Sales Figueiredo Fernandes, Thayla Amorim Santino, Fernanda Elizabeth Pereira da Silva Menescal, Patrícia Angélica de Miranda Silva Nogueira

“…Wearable devices have been integrated into behavioral modification interventions for physical activity in PR protocols. …”
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The Reliability of a Novel Structured Testing Device for Single-breath Lung Carbon Monoxide Uptake: A Randomized Comparison Crossover Study by Shihua Yao, Tuping Fu, Kuiqing Lin, Zhongping Wu, Shubing Chen, Liping Zhong, Beilan Shen, Yanqing Xie, Jiaying An, Xudong Wang, Wenting Liu, Xinxin Yu, Jinping Zheng, Yi Gao

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