Tonsil surgery for adults with sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares two types of tonsil surgery (full removal vs. partial removal) to see which works better for treating obstructive sleep apnea in adults with enlarged tonsils.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- Your tonsils must be enlarged (size 2, 3, or 4 on a doctor's scale).
- A sleep test within the last year must have confirmed obstructive sleep apnea.
- Your body mass index (BMI) must be below 35.
- You cannot have had previous throat surgery (like tonsil removal) or have certain medical conditions (like epilepsy, blood clots, or central sleep apnea).
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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