At EOS Sleep, Dr. Volpi offers the advanced Hyoid Suspension Surgery for patients seeking sleep apnea treatment. You can learn whether you are a candidate for the procedure and can have all your questions answered by calling 212.873.6036 today for a personalized consultation at our NYC office!
Patient Testimonial
“Met with an eos sleep-recommended doctor for my snoring problem. He was very comforting and recommended a home sleep study. Turns out I do have sleep apnea so I went back for surgery and now I am cured! Thanks eos!”
– S.R.
What is Hyoid Suspension Surgery?
Hyoid suspension is an inpatient sleep apnea surgery that pulls the base of the tongue and other soft tissues around the throat forward by anchoring the neck’s hyoid bone to the thyroid cartilage (the “Adam’s apple”). The hyoid suspension surgery expands and stabilizes the airway, making it less likely that the tongue will collapse into the airway and obstruct breathing during sleep—known as sleep apnea, or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The hyoid suspension procedure is performed in a hospital operating room under general anesthesia.
What are the benefits of Hyoid Suspension?
Entrusting eos sleep ear, nose, and throat doctors with your hyoid suspension surgery can result in the following benefits:
- Relief from airway obstruction
- Permanently enlarged breathing passage that increases airflow
- Short recovery time (1-2 days in hospital)
- Reduces snoring
- Lessens sleep apnea symptoms
Why is hyoid suspension performed?
Hyoid suspension is performed by ear, nose, and throat experts at eos sleep to treat the following conditions:
- Enlarged tongue
- Limp tongue muscles
- Snoring
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea caused by an enlarged tongue or weak tongue muscles
How is Hyoid Suspension Performed?
A board-certified eos sleep doctor will make a small horizontal incision in the upper neck, typically in a convenient skin crease to minimize the appearance of a scar.
Once the hyoid bone is exposed, several tendons on its upper surface and some of the muscles on its lower surface are carefully detached. Next the doctor will advance the hyoid bone and secure it in position above the thyroid cartilage, stitching everything in place.
Does Hyoid Suspension Surgery Require Anesthesia?
Before surgery, a patient is given general anesthesia to ensure comfort during the procedure.
How Long Does Hyoid Suspension Surgery Take?
The entire procedure usually takes less than an hour to perform.
Can Hyoid Suspension Surgery be Combined with other Procedures?
Hyoid Suspension is often done in conjunction with other procedures such as genioglossus advancement or maxillomandibular advancement surgery to treat more severe cases of sleep apnea.
What is the recovery like after Hyoid Suspension Surgery?
After, the skin incision will also be stitched up. A small drain is commonly placed at the incision site in order to allow fluid to drain in the days that immediately follow the surgery.
Call Our NYC Office Today For Hyoid Suspension Surgery!
If you are suffering from sleep apnea and believe you may benefit from hyoid suspension, the first step is to consult with a sleep health expert. Ear, nose, and throat specialist at eos sleep are experienced in treating sleep apnea with hyoid suspension. Call 212.873.6036 today or fill out the form on this page to schedule an appointment or to learn more about eos sleep treatment options.