Could a sleep apnea machine fix a tricky blood pressure problem?
NCT ID NCT03312556
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether using a CPAP machine at night can lower dangerously high blood pressure that happens when people with autonomic failure lie down. About 12 participants will use CPAP or a placebo pill/patch. The main goal is to see if CPAP reduces blood pressure while lying flat.
What this could mean
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Active substance
continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device
What this could lead to
If it works, CPAP could offer a simple, non-drug way to manage supine hypertension in people with autonomic failure.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study (12 people) testing a short-term effect. It may not work for everyone, and CPAP can be uncomfortable to use.
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Autonomic Dysfunction Center/ Vanderbilt University Medical Center
RECRUITINGNashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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