Hidden brain fog in obesity breathing disorder may undermine recovery

NCT ID NCT07147153

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how sleep quality, thinking abilities, and physical function are related in people with obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS), a severe breathing condition linked to obesity. Researchers will compare 18 people with OHS to 18 people with simple obesity using walking tests, cognitive assessments, and sleep questionnaires. The goal is to uncover whether undetected thinking problems affect how well patients can participate in rehabilitation.

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 links are found, it may help design better rehab programs for people with OHS by addressing thinking problems early.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study with only 36 people, so findings may not apply to everyone. It measures associations, not causes.

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Conditions

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  • Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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