CPAP vs Mouthpiece for Sleep Apnea in Patients with Memory Issues
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing, Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two treatments for sleep apnea (CPAP and a custom mouthpiece) to see which is better for patients who also have mild memory or thinking problems. Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep. You may qualify if you have moderate-to-severe sleep apnea and mild cognitive impairment.
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Who can take part
- You are aged 45 years or older and of Chinese, Malay, or Indian ethnicity.
- You have moderate-to-severe sleep apnea (a score of 15 or higher on a sleep study).
- You have mild cognitive impairment (a score between 10 and 26/27 on a memory test, depending on education).
- You are not already taking regular treatment for sleep apnea.
- You have no serious heart, lung, or other medical conditions that would interfere.
Quick eligibility check
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