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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Sensor Technology

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  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a widespread condition with severe health and economic consequences.
  • Current diagnostic methods like polysomnography can be cumbersome.
  • There is a need for more accessible and advanced OSA detection solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of biosensors for obstructive sleep apnea detection.
  • To explore both established and emerging sensing technologies for OSA diagnosis and screening.
  • To guide understanding of the capabilities and limitations of modern and future OSA sensors.

Main Methods:

  • Review of in-lab polysomnography and home sleep apnea testing.
  • Exploration of AI-powered wearables utilizing photoplethysmography, sound, and respiratory effort.
  • Examination of novel solutions like airables, bed/mattress sensors, smartphone sensors, earables/hearables, and remote PPG.

Main Results:

  • A wide array of biosensing technologies are available and under investigation for OSA detection.
  • AI and wearable technologies show significant promise for improving OSA diagnosis and screening.
  • Emerging sensors offer potential for more convenient and continuous monitoring.

Conclusions:

  • Biosensors are revolutionizing obstructive sleep apnea detection.
  • Future sensing technologies promise enhanced diagnostic accuracy and accessibility.
  • This review provides a practical guide to the evolving landscape of OSA detection sensors.