What is one of the benefits of ambulatory sleep studies?

One of the significant benefits of ambulatory sleep studies is that they can cost less than in-lab studies. Ambulatory studies typically require fewer resources and do not involve the overhead costs associated with maintaining a sleep lab, such as facility fees, staff wages, and equipment maintenance. Patients can also avoid transportation costs and the inconvenience of staying overnight in a lab setting. This makes ambulatory sleep studies a more affordable option for both providers and patients while still allowing for effective assessment of sleep disorders.

In contrast, comprehensive data collection, detailed brain wave monitoring, and complete sleep staging are more commonly associated with in-lab studies where advanced technology and monitoring under clinical supervision facilitate detailed assessments. Ambulatory studies may not provide the same level of detailed information, as they are usually designed for specific conditions and may not monitor all sleep parameters as extensively as a controlled lab environment.