by TractManager | Oct 31, 2018 | Health Technology Assessment
Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS), also known as posterior tibial nerve stimulation, is a minimally invasive form of electrical neuromodulation used to treat overactive bladder (OAB) syndrome and associated symptoms of urinary urgency, urinary frequency,...
by TractManager | Oct 30, 2018 | Health Technology Assessment
In patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the respiratory muscles are not able to maintain an open airway while relaxed during sleep. OSA is associated with a variety of health consequences and, in particular, confers a 4.2 times greater risk of mortality, even...
by TractManager | Oct 26, 2018 | Health Technology Assessment
Health Problem: Musculoskeletal pain is estimated to affect 13.5% to 47% of the population. Associated symptoms are disruptive; may include local or widespread pain that may worsen with movement; and cause stiffness, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. Technology...
by TractManager | Oct 26, 2018 | Health Technology Assessment
Health Problem: Normal gastric emptying involves a coordinated set of muscular contractions that are controlled by enteric neurons, smooth muscle cells, and the autonomic nervous system. Delayed gastric emptying due to gastroparesis can cause nausea, vomiting, early...
by TractManager | Oct 24, 2018 | Health Technology Assessment
Health Problem: Diabetes is a chronic, progressive disease characterized by impaired metabolism of carbohydrates. Diabetes affects approximately 30 million Americans (9.4% of the population) and costs $327 billion annually in the United States. Technology Description:...
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