Sleep apnea screening may predict endoscopy risks in heavier patients
NCT ID NCT03436381
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 37 times
Summary
This study tested whether a higher body mass index (BMI) and two sleep apnea screening questionnaires could predict breathing or sedation-related problems during endoscopy. Researchers enrolled 350 adults with a BMI of 25 or higher who were having an elective upper endoscopy or colonoscopy. Participants filled out the STOP-BANG and Epworth Sleepiness Scale questionnaires before their procedure. The goal was to see if these simple tools could help identify patients at higher risk for complications.
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Cleveland Clinic Florida
Weston, Florida, 33331, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Questionnaires (STOP-BANG and Epworth Sleepiness Scale)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors identify patients at higher risk for complications during endoscopy, leading to safer procedures.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks for links, not causes, and results may not apply to all patient groups.
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