Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up Women only

Examining the impact of sleep disordered breathing on heart health during pregnancy

Official title: SLEEP: Sleep Disordered Breathing, Endothelial Function, and Adverse Events in Pregnancy

Run by University of Alberta · NCT05908591 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how breathing problems during sleep can affect heart health in pregnant people and whether staying active can help protect their hearts.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment109 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Alberta
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Edmonton, Alberta)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2023
Main results expectedApril 18, 2027
Study endsApril 18, 2027
Registry record updatedJuly 17, 2026
Trial IDNCT05908591 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are pregnant individuals aged 18 and older who are between 20-24 weeks gestation at enrollment.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have a previously diagnosed sleep disorder or have worked shift work past 11pm in the previous month 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 investigates how sleep disordered breathing affects cardiovascular health in pregnant individuals. Participants will undergo an 8-day testing protocol at two points during their pregnancy, which includes at-home sleep testing, vital signs monitoring, physical activity tracking, and laboratory assessments. The study aims to determine the relationship between sleep disordered breathing and heart function, as well as the potential protective effects of physical activity during pregnancy.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved cardiovascular health monitoring and interventions for pregnant individuals experiencing sleep disordered breathing.

How similar studies have gone: While there is existing research on sleep disordered breathing and cardiovascular health, this specific approach in pregnant individuals is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* over 18 years of age
* pregnant (20-24 weeks gestation at enrollment)

Exclusion Criteria:

* worked shift work past 11pm in the previous month
* previously diagnosed with a sleep disorder by a physician

Where it's running

  • Program for Pregnancy and Postpartum Health, University of Alberta
    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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  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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