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08.07.2023 | Sleep Breathing Physiology and Disorders • Review

How to objectively measure snoring: a systematic review

verfasst von: Su Geun Kim, Sung-Woo Cho, Chae-Seo Rhee, Jeong-Whun Kim

Erschienen in: Sleep and Breathing | Ausgabe 1/2024

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Abstract

Purpose

Snoring is the most common symptom of obstructive sleep apnea. Various objective methods of measuring snoring are available, and even if the measurement is performed the same way, communication is difficult because there are no common reference values between the researcher and clinician with regard to intensity and frequency, among other variables. In other words, no consensus regarding objective measurement has been reached. This study aimed to review the literature related to the objective measurement of snoring, such as measurement devices, definitions, and device locations.

Methods

A literature search based on the PubMed, Cochrane, and Embase databases was conducted from the date of inception to April 5, 2023. Twenty-nine articles were included in this study. Articles that mentioned only the equipment used for measurement and did not include individual details were excluded from the study.

Results

Three representative methods for measuring snoring emerged. These include (1) a microphone, which measures snoring sound; (2) piezoelectric sensor, which measures snoring vibration; and (3) nasal transducer, which measures airflow. In addition, recent attempts have been made to measure snoring using smartphones and applications.

Conclusion

Numerous studies have investigated both obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. However, the objective methods of measuring snoring and snoring-related concepts vary across studies. Consensus in the academic and clinical communities on how to measure and define snoring is required.

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Titel: How to objectively measure snoring: a systematic review
verfasst von: Su Geun Kim
Sung-Woo Cho
Chae-Seo Rhee
Jeong-Whun Kim
Publikationsdatum: 08.07.2023
Verlag: Springer International Publishing
Erschienen in: Sleep and Breathing / Ausgabe 1/2024
Print ISSN: 1520-9512
Elektronische ISSN: 1522-1709
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11325-023-02865-6

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