Botulinum toxin for obstructive sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether injecting botulinum toxin into a muscle in the back of the throat can help treat moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea. It may be an option for people who aren't overweight and have sleep apnea caused by airway collapse.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old
- You have moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea, confirmed by a sleep study
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 30
- Your neck size is 44 cm or less for men, 42 cm or less for women
- You do not have signs of blockage higher up in the airway
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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