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Could a simple sleep monitor replace hospital tests for kids with autism?

NCT ID NCT07367022

Diagnosis Sponsor: Lena Xiao Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing whether a portable sleep monitor can accurately detect obstructive sleep apnea in children with autism spectrum disorder. Twenty children aged 6 to 18 will wear the portable device at the same time as their standard in-hospital sleep test. Researchers will compare results to see if the portable monitor is a reliable, less stressful alternative for diagnosing sleep apnea in this population.

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Active substance
Nox T3s portable sleep monitor
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a simpler, at-home way to check for sleep apnea in children with autism, avoiding the need for an overnight hospital stay.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The portable monitor may not be as accurate as the full in-lab test.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 20 people

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Started

Aug 2025

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Children who are undergoing a clinical PSG at British Columbia's Children's Hospital in Vancouver, Canada.

Ages

6 to 18 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Children between 6 to 18 years of age, AND; 2. Children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, AND; 3. Children who will be undergoing a polysomnogram (PSG) for the first time, AND; 4. Caregiver willing to complete questionnaires about child's sleep and behavior Exclusion Criteria: 1. Children who are currently using respiratory therapy 2. Children who have previously completed a PSG 3. Caregiver unwilling to complete questionnaires about child's sleep and behavior

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder obstructive sleep apnea syndrome sleep apnea syndrome sleep-wake disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • British Columbia Children's Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 3N1, Canada

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