Could a nerve zap cure sleep apnea? early trial recruits in latin america
NCT ID NCT06762873
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This early-phase study will test whether a device that stimulates the phrenic nerve can help treat moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea in 50 Latin American adults. Participants will undergo sleep studies and a procedure to map their airway collapse. The goal is to see if this neuromodulation therapy works differently in this population compared to previous US studies.
What this could mean
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Active substance
phrenic nerve stimulation device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a new treatment option for obstructive sleep apnea in Latin American populations.
What could go wrong
This is a very early (Phase 1) study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply widely. The therapy may not work as well as hoped or could have unknown side effects.
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Sanatorio Americano
RECRUITINGAsunción, Paraguay
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