Sleep therapy adherence under the microscope: do obese patients keep using their machines?
NCT ID NCT07363070
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study looked at how consistently 300 obese adults (BMI over 30) used positive airway pressure therapy for sleep-disordered breathing. Researchers tracked whether patients used the device at least 4 hours per night for 70% of nights within the first 90 days and again after one year. The goal was to describe real-world adherence patterns, not to test a new treatment.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Positive airway pressure therapy (a device that helps keep airways open during sleep)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors understand why some patients stop using their sleep therapy, leading to better support and improved health outcomes.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't test new therapies. Results may not apply to all sleep apnea patients, only those referred to a specific clinic.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Respiratory Center East, Rigshospitalet
Glostrup Municipality, 2600, Denmark