Clinical trial for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Official title Combination Tonsillectomy and Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for OSA Patients With Lateral Pharyngeal Collapse
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07724938
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether removing the tonsils at the time of hypoglossal nerve stimulation improves treatment of obstructive sleep apnea in adults whose airway collapses from the side of the upper airway during sleep. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea with apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) ≥ 15 events/hour
- Complete oropharyngeal lateral wall (OPLW) collapse identified on DISE
- Candidate for HGNS implantation based on standard clinical criteria
- Presence of small (1-2+) tonsils and eligibility for tonsillectomy
You likely can't join if
- Absence of tonsils
- Presence of large tonsils (3-4+; not eligible for HGNS)
- Predominant central or mixed sleep apnea (\>25% central or mixed events)
- Any unstable or serious medical condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, would increase risk or interfere with study participation
- Ineligibility for HGNS implantation based on standard clinical or surgical criteria
- Inability to comply with study procedures or follow-up assessments
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea with apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) ≥ 15 events/hour
- Complete oropharyngeal lateral wall (OPLW) collapse identified on DISE
- Candidate for HGNS implantation based on standard clinical criteria
- Presence of small (1-2+) tonsils and eligibility for tonsillectomy
- Untreated OSA at the time of enrollment
- Willing and able to provide written informed consent
- Absence of tonsils
- Presence of large tonsils (3-4+; not eligible for HGNS)
- Predominant central or mixed sleep apnea (\>25% central or mixed events)
- Any unstable or serious medical condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, would increase risk or interfere with study participation
- Ineligibility for HGNS implantation based on standard clinical or surgical criteria
- Inability to comply with study procedures or follow-up assessments
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Compensation & support
This study's listing mentions compensation or reimbursement.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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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?
Study sites include Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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