I couldn't use a CPAP. It was painful and I couldn't sleep. The surgery was mentioned as having limited success. In the end I opted for a mouthpiece that does essentially the same thing as the surgery. Doctor said I was not a good candidate for it as I had too many events, but it was the only thing I could try. It didn't cure it, but helped much more than they thought it would. I would consider the surgery even if it wasn't a guaranteed cure.