Investigating blood pressure changes during sleep apnea to assess heart risks and treatment benefits
Sleep Apnea-Specific Nocturnal Blood Pressure Surge to Determine Cardiovascular Risks and Therapeutic Benefits in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea
This study is looking at how changes in blood pressure during sleep apnea can help us find out which patients might be at greater risk for heart issues, so we can better target treatments like CPAP therapy for those who need it most.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10903955 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how blood pressure surges during sleep apnea episodes can indicate cardiovascular risks in patients. By using a specialized device to monitor blood pressure continuously during sleep studies, the research aims to identify which patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are at higher risk for heart problems and who may benefit most from treatments like CPAP therapy. The study will involve measuring these blood pressure changes in real-time to provide more accurate assessments of cardiovascular health related to OSA.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, particularly those experiencing significant blood pressure fluctuations during sleep.
Not a fit: Patients without obstructive sleep apnea or those whose blood pressure is stable and not affected by sleep apnea may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better identification of patients at risk for cardiovascular issues and more effective treatment strategies for those with obstructive sleep apnea.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that monitoring blood pressure during sleep can provide valuable insights into cardiovascular risks, suggesting that this approach may yield significant findings.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kwon, Younghoon — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Kwon, Younghoon
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.