Clinical trial No longer in our active list Observational Ages 18 to 80

Understanding knowledge and attitudes about obstructive sleep apnea among medical teams

Official title: Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude Toward Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Medical Teams: Multicenter Study

Run by Assiut University · NCT05990777 · Data updated 2026-05-14

This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.

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 typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
Enrollment377 (estimated)
SponsorAssiut University
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Assiut and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05990777 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study include medical students, general practitioners, dentists, medical specialists, and highly trained nurses involved in patient care.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are non-medical personnel will not benefit from this study as they are excluded from participation.

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 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.

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 gone: 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.

Who can join: the full rules

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 it's running

  • Aliae AR Mohamed-Hussein
    Assiut, Egypt
    Recruiting
  • Aliae Mohamed-Hussein
    Assiut, Egypt
    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.