Follow-up of sleep apnea patients using video consultations
Visio-consultation Compared to Face-to-face Consultation During the Follow-up of Apneic Patients Treated by Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
This study is testing if video consultations can provide better follow-up care for people with sleep apnea using CPAP compared to regular in-person visits.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Grenoble Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Grenoble) |
| Trial ID | NCT04547543 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial compares the effectiveness of videoconsultation to traditional face-to-face consultations for the follow-up of patients with obstructive sleep apnea who are treated with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). It aims to maintain optimal care while addressing the challenges of managing a high prevalence of undiagnosed patients. By utilizing telemedicine, the study seeks to evaluate the impact of remote consultations on the management of this chronic respiratory condition. The trial is multicenter and randomized, providing robust data on patient outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults with obstructive sleep apnea who have been treated with CPAP for over 12 months and have access to digital communication tools.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to use digital systems or are under guardianship may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance patient monitoring and accessibility for those with obstructive sleep apnea.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with telemedicine approaches in chronic disease management, indicating potential success for this method.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Apneic patient treated with CPAP for more than 12 months and having an annual scheduled follow-up visit. * Adult patient who can give an informed consent. * Patient with access to a media (Smartphone, tablet or computer) and an Internet connection at home. Exclusion Criteria: * Patient unable to use or understand the digital system. * Patient under guardianship or deprived of liberty * Pregnant woman * Patient in a period of exclusion from another clinical trial
Where this trial is running
Grenoble
- CHU Grenoble-Alpes — Grenoble, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Renaud TAMISIER, Pr — University Hospital, Grenoble
- Study coordinator: Marie JOYEUX-FAURE, Dr
- Email: mjoyeuxfaure@chu-grenoble.fr
- Phone: +33 (0)4.76.76.71.66
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.