Electrical stimulation (ES) directed to longitudinal fibers improves the flow-mechanical effects of genioglossus (GG) contraction

Y. Dotan, A. Netzer, L. Gaitini, A. Oliven (Haifa, Israel)

Source: Annual Congress 2009 - Assessment and therapeutical interventions in obstructive sleep apnoea
Session: Assessment and therapeutical interventions in obstructive sleep apnoea
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 3728
Disease area: Sleep and breathing disorders

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