Managed Healthcare Executive February 10, 2022
New technology can be used to diagnose many sleep conditions without the need for an overnight stay at a specialized sleep laboratory, investigators say
As the prevalence of sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea has grown, so too has the need for sleep specialists. Yet, a new report suggests the trends may not necessarily mean a spike in the need for sleep laboratories.
In a new article in the journal Sleep Medicine Clinics, corresponding author Henri Korkalainen, Ph.D., and colleagues, explained how wearable devices, artificial intelligence and a growing demand for sleep testing are fueling a push toward at-home testing.
“There is certainly a rising interest in the field for home-based [sleep] recordings,” Korkalainen told Managed Healthcare Executive®. “Moreover,...
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