CPAP not enough? study checks hidden breathing trouble in obese sleep apnea patients

NCT ID NCT07152990

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will check how common it is for obese people with sleep apnea to still have low breathing at night even when using a CPAP machine. About 139 adults will wear a special skin sensor that measures oxygen and carbon dioxide levels overnight. The goal is to find out how many people need additional treatment for this hidden breathing problem.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors identify which obese sleep apnea patients need extra breathing support beyond CPAP.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures a problem without testing any new therapy, so it won't directly improve health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder obstructive sleep apnea syndrome sleep apnea syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • CHU de Toulouse Hôpital Larrey

    Toulouse, Occitanie, 31059, France

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