How obstructive sleep apnea and HIV affect heart rhythm stability
Impact of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and HIV on Ventricular Repolarization Lability
['FUNDING_R21'] · UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · NIH-11085474
This study is looking at how obstructive sleep apnea affects heart rhythm in people with HIV, hoping to find ways to keep your heart healthier and reduce the risk of serious heart problems.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CORAL GABLES, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11085474 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and HIV, focusing on how these conditions impact heart rhythm stability. It aims to understand the mechanisms by which OSA, common among individuals with HIV, may lead to increased risks of serious heart issues, including sudden cardiac death. The study will analyze heart activity through electrocardiograms to measure fluctuations in heart rhythm, known as ventricular repolarization lability, which can indicate potential arrhythmias. By identifying these risks, the research seeks to improve health outcomes for patients living with HIV and OSA.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who also experience obstructive sleep apnea.
Not a fit: Patients without HIV or those who do not have obstructive sleep apnea may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management strategies for patients with HIV and obstructive sleep apnea, reducing their risk of serious heart complications.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated a connection between sleep apnea and cardiovascular issues, suggesting that this study builds on established findings rather than exploring a completely novel area.
Where this research is happening
CORAL GABLES, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE — CORAL GABLES, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HERRERA ALDANA, PHABIOLA MACARENA — UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: HERRERA ALDANA, PHABIOLA MACARENA
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Virus, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus, adult onset diabetes, Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus