Researchers Submit Patent Application, "Systems And Methods For Treatment Of Obstructive Sleep Apnea", for Approval (USPTO 20240341830).

Researchers have submitted a patent application for a new method to treat obstructive sleep apnea, a condition affecting up to 20% of adults. The proposed technique involves selectively removing fat cells from tissues in the oropharyngeal area using adipose cryolysis, which targets adipose tissue with cold temperatures. This method aims to reduce the volume of tissue in the airway, potentially alleviating or reducing the severity of sleep apnea symptoms. The application outlines various devices and systems designed to implement this treatment approach while preserving surrounding tissues and improving patient comfort. [Extracted from the article]