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New sleep apnea therapy offered at CarolinaEast Health System
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — A medical team with the CarolinaEast Health System are offering a new solution for those who struggle with a CPAP machine.
Medical personnel with the Ear, Nose and Throat section of CarolinaEast are now making Inspire therapy available to the public. They have just completed their 50th Inspire implant. Inspire therapy helps those who have obstructive sleep apnea and struggle to use a CPAP. It offers a long-term and mask-free solution by syncing with the patient's natural breathing pattern and keeps their airway open.
'We are excited to stay on the cutting edge of technology for our patients in coastal NC,' stated Dr. McNabb, Otolaryngologist. 'The new Inspire therapy is one more tool to help those who suffer from sleep apnea get the rest they need.'
The procedure involves two incisions, one in the chest and one under the chin where the nerve that controls the airway muscles is located. The Inspire implant and breathing sensors are placed in the chest incision. A handheld remote is given to the patient for them to turn the implant on when they're ready to sleep.
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