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The effects of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment on brain activity during sleep in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
obstructive sleep apnea
sleep disorders
Respiratory - Sleep apnoea
Neurological - Studies of the normal brain and nervous system
Registration Number
ACTRN12617000336381
Lead Sponsor
Woolcock Institute of Medical Research
Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
Completed
Sex
Male
Target Recruitment
15
Inclusion Criteria

A diagnosis of moderate OSA defined by an apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) of greater than 15/hr as measured by PSG and confirmed by sleep physician. Participants must be recommended for CPAP treatment by their treating physician and be willing to commence 3 months of CPAP use. Participants must fluent in English and also have the ability to perform neurobehavioural tests and provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria

Clinically significant co-morbidity; history of head injury or psychiatric/neurological disorder (including stroke); use of CNS active agents; heavy alcohol consumption (40g daily); current shift-worker or travelled overseas within the last 2 weeks; previously used CPAP.

Study & Design

Study Type
Observational
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
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