Cautery-assisted palatal stiffening operation for obstructive sleep apnea: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Objective: To systematically review outcomes for cautery-assisted palatal stiffening operation (CAPSO) as a treatment for adult obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Methods: Five databases (including PubMed/MEDLINE) were searched through July 12, 2017. Results: Eight studies (307 patients) met criteria. O...

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Main Authors: Charles M. Llewellyn, Michael W. Noller, Macario Camacho
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. 2019-03-01
Series:World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095881118300337