18-Year sleep study reveals how childhood apnea shapes adult health

NCT ID NCT05077748

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study followed 202 children with sleep apnea for 18 years to understand how the condition changes over time. Researchers measured sleep patterns, blood pressure, heart function, and thinking skills. The goal was to learn which factors cause sleep apnea to persist or develop in adulthood and how it affects long-term health.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Prince of Wales Hospital

    Hong Kong, 999077, China

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