Understanding breathing patterns in people with obstructive sleep apnea
Breathing patterning in obstructive sleep apnea
This study is looking at how your breathing patterns can help us understand if you'll stick with your sleep apnea treatment, so we can improve care for people like you who use positive airway pressure therapy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11116828 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how breathing patterns can predict adherence to positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). By analyzing clinical data from routine evaluations and treatment, the study aims to refine metrics for assessing breathing patterns, making them more applicable for both in-lab and home sleep tests. The research will compare different respiratory signals to determine the best method for predicting long-term adherence to therapy, ultimately enhancing patient care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea who are currently using or considering PAP therapy.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea or those who are not using PAP therapy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved adherence to PAP therapy, enhancing the health and quality of life for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using breathing pattern analysis to predict therapy adherence, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: May, Anna Michelle — Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: May, Anna Michelle
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.