Sleep Apnea, Obstructive study: Propofol sedation
Official title Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy for Upper Airway Evaluation in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT00695214
What this study is testing
What is Propofol sedation?
An investigational intravenous drug being studied for use in sleep apnea evaluation during drug‑induced sleep endoscopy.
Also referred to as Propofol.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The study aims to see how reliable drug‑induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) is and to compare its findings with X‑ray images and with results in patients who did not improve after previous surgery.
- Who it's for
- Adults with obstructive sleep apnea who are being considered for or have had sleep‑apnea surgery.
- What's involved
- Participants will undergo DISE, a procedure that uses a small camera while they are sedated to look at the airway, and may also have a lateral X‑ray of the head and neck. The study will record and compare the findings.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients with OSA considering surgical treatment
You likely can't join if
- Minors
- Pregnant women
- Patients unable to provide informed consent in English themselves
- Prisoners
- Allergy to propofol, soybean oil, egg lecithin or glycerol
- Other contraindication to use of propofol (decision of anesthesiologist or otolaryngologist.)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Santa Monica, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Santa Monica, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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