Sleep apnea study linking breathing markers to memory changes
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial looks at how severe sleep apnea breathing patterns relate to body “biomarkers” linked to Alzheimer’s disease, using blood or other measures. It may help researchers understand whether sleep apnea is connected to memory and brain health—and who might benefit most from better sleep care.
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Who can take part
- You must be in one of two groups: AHI over 30 per hour, or AHI under 5 per hour
- If you are in the low-AHI group, your Epworth sleepiness score must be under 10
- Your Epworth sleepiness score must be 18 or lower
- Your body mass index (BMI) must be 40 or higher
- You should not have major heart or circulation problems (including uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, or heart disease)
- You should not already use CPAP, and you must not have joined another trial in the past 30 days
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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