Cold energy treatment for obstructive sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a new device that uses cold energy to treat obstructive sleep apnea. It might help you if you have moderate to severe sleep apnea and can't use standard treatments like CPAP.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 22 years or older.
- You have tried a CPAP machine or a dental device for sleep apnea but it didn't work for you or you couldn't use it.
- Your sleep apnea is moderate to severe, with an AHI score of at least 15 and your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or above, or your AHI is 30 or higher regardless of BMI.
- You are willing to attend all follow-up visits and complete sleep studies and questionnaires.
- You are not pregnant, or if you could become pregnant, you agree to use birth control during the study.
- You don't have certain major anatomical issues (like very large tonsils or limited mouth opening) that would make the procedure unsafe.
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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