Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 20 to 60

Evaluating health changes in patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea after ventilotherapy

Official title: Multidimensional Evaluation of Patients' Affected by Obstructive Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) Before and After Ventilotherapy

Run by Istituto Auxologico Italiano · NCT06312956 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how three weeks of ventilotherapy affects the health, thinking skills, and overall wellbeing of people with Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages20 Years to 60 Years
SexAll
Enrollment65 (estimated)
SponsorIstituto Auxologico Italiano
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Piancavallo, VCO)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 29, 2024
Main results expectedJune 2026
Study endsDecember 2026
Registry record updatedSeptember 9, 2025
Trial IDNCT06312956 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are individuals diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome who are right-handed.

Probably not a fit

Patients with previous ventilotherapy, neurological conditions, or significant psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this study.

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 evaluates the health of patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) before and after three weeks of ventilotherapy. It focuses on cognitive performance, blood biomarkers related to neurodegeneration, and psychosocial wellbeing. Patients will undergo neuropsychological assessments, blood sampling, and complete self-reported questionnaires to identify changes in these areas. The study aims to provide comprehensive evidence on the benefits of ventilotherapy, potentially leading to improved patient outcomes and compliance.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance cognitive performance and psychosocial wellbeing in patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

How similar studies have gone: While multidisciplinary approaches to OSAS treatment are rare, existing studies suggest potential benefits of ventilotherapy, indicating this approach is promising but not extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* OSAS diagnosis (AHI \> 5)
* handedness: right

Exclusion Criteria:

* previous ventilotherapy
* neurological and/or neurodegenerative conditions
* Personality disorders, autism spectrum disorders, schizophrenia, psychosis
* sleep disorders comorbidities (eg., narcolepsy)

Where it's running

  • IRCCS Istituto Auxologico Italiano
    Piancavallo, Vco, Italy
    Recruiting

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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.
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