Analyzing how sleep patterns affect recovery in traumatic brain injury patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the relationship between sleep patterns and clinical prognosis in patients who have experienced traumatic brain injury (TBI). By utilizing wearable devices to collect objective sleep data, the study aims to overcome the limitations of self-reported assessments that are often biased. The research focuses on patients aged 18 to 60 who have a confirmed diagnosis of TBI and meet specific inclusion criteria, with the goal of enhancing understanding of recovery outcomes based on sleep quality. The findings could provide valuable insights into how sleep impacts recovery in this patient population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. 18\~60 years old.
2. The patient had no sleep disturbance problems prior to traumatic brain injury.
3. The patient has a definite diagnosis of traumatic brain injury and the Glasgow score is \>8.
4. The patient had abnormal imaging scans.
5. It has complete preclinical data.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patients with a previous history of traumatic brain injury, mental illness, alcohol abuse or sleep disorders.
2. Patients admitted for surgical intervention.
3. Patients with a combination of other heavy visceral injuries.
4. Women during pregnancy and lactation.
5. The patents' use of medications that interfere with sleep

Where it's running

• The General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University
  Yinchuan, Ningxia, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Zhanfeng Niu, Doctor
• Email: niuzfeng228626@163.com
• Phone: +8613995297581

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.