Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Improving metabolic health in sleep apnea patients using CPAP treatment

Official title: Treatment of Sleep Apnea to Improve Metabolic Health - a Novel Approach to Unanswered Questions

Run by Uppsala University · NCT06848647 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how using CPAP treatment for sleep apnea can help improve blood sugar control in people with diabetes or prediabetes.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment600 (estimated)
SponsorUppsala University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Uppsala, Uppsala County)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 13, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 20, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2028
Registry record updatedFebruary 27, 2025
Trial IDNCT06848647 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and above who have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea and are planned for CPAP treatment.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not speak Swedish or those deemed unfit for study participation by a physician 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 focuses on patients diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who are planned for continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment. It aims to explore the relationship between CPAP adherence, sleep duration, and glycemic control in individuals with OSA, particularly those with diabetes or prediabetes. The study seeks to develop a personalized treatment model that considers individual comorbidities and sleep patterns to optimize metabolic health outcomes. By addressing key questions about the effectiveness of CPAP in managing glycemic control, the research aims to enhance treatment strategies for this population.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved glycemic control and metabolic health for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.

How similar studies have gone: While the approach of personalizing CPAP treatment for metabolic health is innovative, similar studies have shown varying degrees of success in addressing the relationship between sleep apnea and metabolic disorders.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea
* Planned for CPAP treatment
* 18 years and above

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient not wanting to participate in study
* Non-Swedish speaking
* Judged by physician as non-fit for study participation

Where it's running

  • Uppsala University
    Uppsala, Uppsala County, Sweden
    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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.