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New treatment option for Sleep Apnea, Obstructive
Official title Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy for Upper Airway Evaluation in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT00695214
What this study is testing
What is Propofol sedation?
Propofol sedation is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for sleep apnea, obstructive.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- Prospective, interventional cohort study of drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) to evaluate the upper airway in a cohort of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) surgical patients. This study has investigated the reliability of this technique, demonstrating moderate-substantial interrater and test-retest reliability.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients with OSA considering surgical treatment
You likely can't join if
- Minors
- Pregnant women
- Patients unable to provide informed consent in English themselves
- Prisoners
- Allergy to propofol, soybean oil, egg lecithin or glycerol
- Other contraindication to use of propofol (decision of anesthesiologist or otolaryngologist.)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Santa Monica, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Santa Monica, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.