SLEEP APNEA

This study looked at whether using a CPAP machine during sleep can reduce episodes of atrial fibrillation (an irregular heart rhythm) in people who also have obstructive sleep apnea. Researchers measured changes in heart rhythm, heart size, quality of life, and hospital visits in…

This study tested a combination of two drugs, atomoxetine and oxybutynin (called AtoOxy), as a possible pill-based treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). 117 adults with OSA who were not using CPAP took the medication for one month. The goal was to see if the drug combo cou…

This study looked at whether a special feature in a pacemaker can accurately diagnose sleep apnea in people with heart stiffness (diastolic dysfunction). Researchers also checked if a hormone called aldosterone is linked to sleep apnea severity. The study involved 66 adults who a…

This study looked at how sleep apnea and not getting enough sleep cause daytime sleepiness. Researchers compared two different programs to see which works better to improve alertness during the day. The study included 558 adults with mild-to-moderate sleep apnea who also slept le…

This study tested a group-based program to help people with moderate-to-severe sleep apnea use their Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) machine more often. 56 adults who were not using their machine enough took part. The program aimed to improve machine use, sleepiness, mood, and qua…

This study tested a behavioral program to help older veterans with obstructive sleep apnea use their positive airway pressure (PAP) machine more consistently. About 100 veterans who had stopped using their PAP device worked with a sleep coach over several sessions. The goal was t…

This small pilot study tested whether custom 3D-printed masks could make CPAP therapy more comfortable for children with sleep apnea. Fifteen children used a mask shaped to their face for about six months. The goal was to see if they would use the mask more often and feel more co…

This study tested whether people with a higher body mass index (BMI) and a higher risk for sleep apnea are more likely to have breathing or heart problems during an endoscopy or colonoscopy. Researchers used two simple questionnaires (STOP-BANG and Epworth Sleepiness Scale) to sc…

This study followed over 200 sleep apnea patients from a large European database to see what health problems they developed over time, such as heart issues, diabetes, cancers, or death. Researchers also looked at whether using a CPAP machine (the standard treatment) affected thes…

This study explored why sleep apnea can harm the heart and brain, even with standard treatment. Researchers used new ways to measure oxygen drops, heart rate changes, and sleep disruptions in 209 untreated adults. The goal was to better understand these risks, not to test a new t…