Could a sleep apnea machine boost heart efficiency? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT02116140
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether long-term use of a breathing device called adaptive servo-ventilation (ASV) can improve how the heart uses energy and how nerves work in people with heart failure and sleep apnea. Researchers will use PET scans to measure heart metabolism and nerve function in 60 participants over six months. The goal is to understand if ASV therapy helps the heart work more efficiently, which could inform better treatments for these conditions.
What this could mean
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Active substance
adaptive servo-ventilation (ASV) therapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this could clarify whether ASV therapy improves heart energy efficiency and nerve function in heart failure patients with sleep apnea, potentially guiding future treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage substudy (60 participants) focused on measuring biological markers, not clinical outcomes. Results may not translate to broader patient benefits or confirm effectiveness.
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Conditions
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Locations
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University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4W7, Canada