Abstract：
The use of mandibular repositioning devices (MRDs) in the management of patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has gained extensive recognition with relevant clinical evidence of its effectiveness. MRDs are designed to advance and hold the mandible in a protrusive position to widen the upper airway and promote air circulation. This review of the MRD aims to provide an evidence-based update on the optimal design features of an MRD, an analysis of the variety of appliances available, and the current understanding of the action mechanism.
摘要：
下颌重新定位装置（MRD）在阻塞性睡眠呼吸暂停（OSA）患者的治疗中的使用已获得广泛认可，其有效性的相关临床证据也得到了广泛认可。MRD设计用于推进并将下颌骨保持在突出位置，以加宽上气道并促进空气流通。对MRD的审查旨在提供MRD最佳设计特征的基于证据的更新，对各种可用电器的分析，以及目前对作用机制的理解。
