Combination Upper-Airway Electrical and Pharmacological Stimulation for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Recruiting Phase 1 Phase 2 Interventional Study
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Sleep-disordered Breathing
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 79
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 1/2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
24 (estimated)
Sponsor
Brigham and Women's Hospital · Other
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About This Trial
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common condition in which the airway repeatedly collapses during sleep, leading to poor sleep quality and reduced oxygen levels. Hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS) is an approved treatment that uses a small implanted device to stimulate the genioglossus muscle and keep the airway open. However, some patients continue to have OSA despite using HGNS. Atomoxetine …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria for Enrolment: * Ages 18 - 79 years * Diagnosed OSA * Implantation of a hypoglossal nerve stimulation device (HGNS, Inspire Medical) or scheduled for implantation (implantation required for randomization) * Willingness to withhold HGNS while testing therapies (up to 6 weeks with …
Contacts

Daniel P Vena, PhD

617-852-0719

dvena@bwh.harvard.edu

CONTACT

Dillon Gilbertson, BASc

617-732-6488

dgilbertson@bwh.harvard.edu

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