Study of hydrocephalus and sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at people who may have normal-pressure hydrocephalus (fluid-related swelling in the brain) and also focuses on sleep apnea. It may help researchers understand whether treating or studying sleep issues could improve symptoms related to this condition.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have symptoms or a diagnosis that fits normal-pressure hydrocephalus
- You do not have a history of stroke or other blood-vessel problems in the brain
- Your memory/thinking problems are not from causes other than normal-pressure hydrocephalus
- You do not have Parkinson’s disease
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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