Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Metabolic Endpoints for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Following Twelfth Cranial Nerve Stimulation

Recruiting Observational Study
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
30 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Chicago · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people with obstructive sleep apnea who are overweight or obese. Participants will receive a treatment called hypoglossal nerve stimulation to see if it can help with their condition and improve their overall health.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 40 years old.
  • I have obstructive sleep apnea diagnosed by a sleep test.
  • I am overweight or obese with a BMI between 25 and 40.
  • I am unable or unwilling to use a CPAP machine.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have insulin-dependent diabetes.
  • I am currently pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or nursing.
  • I have a serious brain or nerve condition that affects my thinking or movement.
  • I cannot undergo a sleep study.
  • I have another sleep disorder.
  • I use a CPAP machine regularly.
  • I have a current medical condition that requires steroid use.
  • I am under legal guardianship or can't make my own decisions.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

The purpose of this study is to determine if the treatment of Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS) will alter glucose metabolism. The study team will also determine if the treatment of Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by (hypoglossal nerve stimulation) HGNS will alter predictors of cardiovascular outcomes.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Overweight or obese males and females BMI 25 kg/m2 to 40 kg/m2 * Age 18 years and older * Diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea by Apnea-Hypopnea Index \>15 events/hr using 4% oxygen desaturation criteria and \< 25% central events/hr on prior sleep testing Data can be derived…
Contacts

Phillip LoSavio, MD, MS

773-702-5189

Phillip.Losavio@bsd.uchicago.edu

CONTACT

Carlisa Dixon

773-834-4337

cdixon520@bsd.uchicago.edu

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