Mercy Medical Center is now offering the Inspire V System, the newest version of Inspire therapy for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
Dr. Andrew Liu of Mercy Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic recently completed the hospital’s first Inspire V implant procedure. Dr. Liu works with Dr. Syed Shah, one of Mercy’s sleep medicine specialists, to offer Inspire therapy as a mask-free treatment option for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea.
The therapy provides an alternative for patients who struggle to tolerate continuous positive airway pressure therapy.
The Inspire V System features a streamlined design that makes the procedure more efficient. Its integrated respiratory sensor eliminates the need for a separate sensing lead, allowing the device to detect breathing patterns directly from within the implant.
“We’re pleased to offer this latest advancement in Inspire therapy to our patients,” Dr. Liu said. “The Inspire V System allows for a more streamlined procedure and provides another effective option for patients struggling with sleep apnea.”
Inspire therapy is an FDA-approved, implantable treatment for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. It works with the patient’s natural breathing patterns to stimulate key airway muscles, helping to keep the airway open during sleep.
Clinical studies have demonstrated that Inspire therapy could reduce the number of sleep apnea events by 79%, with 93% of patients saying they would recommend the treatment to others.
To learn more about Inspire therapy at Mercy, visit www.mercycare.org/Inspire.
