New implant could help sleep apnea patients ditch the CPAP mask
NCT ID NCT06540716
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested the Inspire system, a device that stimulates a nerve in the neck to keep the airway open during sleep. It involved 44 adults in Singapore with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea who could not use CPAP. The main goal was to confirm the device works properly and reduces breathing pauses and daytime sleepiness.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Inspire hypoglossal nerve stimulation device
What this could lead to
If confirmed, this device could offer a long-term alternative to CPAP for people with moderate-to-severe sleep apnea who cannot tolerate CPAP.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed device performance study with no control group. Results may not apply to all patients, and the device requires surgery and ongoing use.
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Conditions
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Locations
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National University Hospital
Singapore, Singapore
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Singapore General Hospital
Singapore, Singapore