Understanding knowledge and attitudes about obstructive sleep apnea among medical teams
Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude Toward Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Medical Teams: Multicenter Study
Assiut University · NCT05990777
This study looks at what medical students and healthcare professionals know about obstructive sleep apnea to see how it might affect their ability to help patients with this condition.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 377 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Assiut University (other) |
| Locations | 2 sites (Assiut and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05990777 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the knowledge and attitudes of various medical teams towards obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a prevalent but often underreported condition. Participants will include medical students, general practitioners, dentists, medical specialists, and highly trained nurses. The study seeks to identify gaps in knowledge and attitudes that may affect the screening and management of patients at risk for OSA. By focusing on healthcare providers, the study aims to enhance awareness and improve patient care related to this condition.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study include medical students, general practitioners, dentists, medical specialists, and highly trained nurses involved in patient care.
Not a fit: Patients who are non-medical personnel will not benefit from this study as they are excluded from participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved screening and management of obstructive sleep apnea, ultimately benefiting patients through better diagnosis and treatment.
How similar studies have performed: While there may be limited studies specifically assessing medical teams' knowledge about OSA, similar approaches in other health conditions have shown success in improving healthcare provider awareness and patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Medical teams including: * Students of medical schools and dentistry * General practitioners * Dentists * Medical specialists * Highly trained nurses (HIN) Exclusion Criteria: * Non- medical personnel's
Where this trial is running
Assiut and 1 other locations
- Aliae AR Mohamed-Hussein — Assiut, Egypt (RECRUITING)
- Aliae Mohamed-Hussein — Assiut, Egypt (RECRUITING)
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.
Conditions: OSA