New Medical Procedure Reduces Snoring

Reuters reports on research into a new medical procedure to reduce snoring: the Pillar Palatal Implant System.

During this treatment, one or more 3/4-inch-long plastic rods are inserted into the patient's soft palate (most people have three).

The research - published in the Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery journal - suggests that the procedure can significantly reduce snoring and snoring related symptoms.

More research into the long-term effectiveness of the treatment is still needed.

Tonsillectomy Treatment for Sleep Apnea Kids

Reuters reports on new research into the effectiveness of tonsillectomy treatment for children suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

The research looked at the quality of life of the children. It indicated that for children suffering from OSA, behavioural and quality of life scores increased significantly after the treatment.

The research was carried out by the SUNY Downstate Medical Center and reported in the Archives of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.