A multifactorial intervention to increase adherence to oral appliance therapy with a titratable mandibular advancement device for obstructive sleep apnea: a randomized controlled trial.

Purpose: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common chronic condition, associated with several conditions that account for leading causes of mortality. Adherence to treatment of a chronic condition is, along with treatment efficacy, a major determinant of treatment outcome. The aim of this study was to test whether or not a multifactorial intervention in addition to standard care increases adherence rates in patients using a titratable oral appliance for OSA.

Caring for patients with melanoma in the primary care setting.

The incidence of melanoma is steadily rising and mortality continues to increase. This article describes types of melanoma and the role of primary care providers in the long-term management and follow-up of patients diagnosed with melanoma.