Could a smartphone video spot sleep apnea in kids?

NCT ID NCT06801366

Recruiting now Diagnosis Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study is testing whether short video clips recorded by parents on their smartphones can help screen for moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children. OSA affects 1-4% of kids and can lead to serious health issues if untreated, but getting a sleep study is often difficult. Researchers will compare the accuracy of these video clips against standard sleep studies in 625 children referred for testing, aiming to see if videos can prioritize those who need a sleep study most.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: parent-recorded smartphone video clips
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a simple, widely available screening tool to identify children at highest risk for moderate-severe OSA, allowing earlier diagnosis and treatment.
What could go wrong: This is a diagnostic accuracy study, not a treatment trial. The video clips may not be accurate enough to replace standard sleep studies, and results may vary across different settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA (OSA)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario
RECRUITING

Ottawa, Ontario, K1H 8L1, Canada
Montreal Children's Hospital
RECRUITING

Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Stollery Children's Hospital
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
The Hospital for Sick Children
RECRUITING

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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