Could oxygen or common drugs fix sleep apnea in the elderly?
NCT ID NCT02703220
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether oxygen, acetazolamide, or finasteride can help treat sleep apnea in people aged 60 and older. Researchers will measure how these treatments affect breathing stability during sleep. The goal is to find better, more personalized options for elderly veterans with mild to moderate sleep apnea.
What this could mean
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Active substance
oxygen, acetazolamide, finasteride
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward new, personalized treatments for sleep apnea in older adults, potentially reducing related health risks.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study (100 participants) testing multiple interventions. Results may not apply to all patients, and some treatments may cause side effects or prove ineffective.
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John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI
RECRUITINGDetroit, Michigan, 48201-1916, United States
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