Scientists probe mystery: why do only some obese people develop sleep apnea?
NCT ID NCT04793334
First seen Mar 24, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study aims to understand why obesity leads to obstructive sleep apnea in some people but not others. Researchers will measure airway collapse and muscle responses during sleep in 106 adults with obesity, both with and without sleep apnea. Participants will be studied before and after weight loss surgery to see how changes in weight affect airway mechanics.
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UCSD - Altman Clinical Research Institute (ACTRI)
La Jolla, California, 92037, United States
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