Brain scans reveal Surgery's hidden impact on sleep apnea patients

NCT ID NCT04244162

First seen Nov 03, 2025 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looked at how surgery might affect the brain in people with moderate-to-severe sleep apnea. Researchers used brain scans and memory tests before surgery, two days after, and six months later. They also checked for signs of confusion after surgery and measured inflammation in the blood. The goal was to understand why some people have thinking or memory problems after surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine

    Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States

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