Sleep apnea treatments for people who can't use CPAP
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study is comparing two alternative treatments for moderate to severe sleep apnea in people who cannot or will not use a CPAP machine. The treatments are a custom-fitted dental device and a nerve stimulation implant, and the study will see how well they work.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must have moderate to severe sleep apnea (AHI score of 15 or higher) and your doctor has recommended CPAP therapy.
- You are not able or willing to use CPAP therapy.
- You are 18 years or older.
- Your body mass index (BMI) must be 40 or less.
- You are planning to get a dental device or a nerve stimulation implant as part of your regular care.
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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