Brain Fog in Sleep Apnea
Eligible age
18+ yrs
Accepts
All genders
Locations
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Healthy volunteers
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About this study
Objective: This observational, cross-sectional pilot study aims to assess "Brain Fog" (cognitive symptoms impacting memory, attention, and concentration) in severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) patients. It compares two groups: those on CPAP treatment for at least 3 months and those not yet treated. Procedures: Severe OSA patients (AHI \> 30) will complete a 30-minute questionnaire at the Sleep Center Clinic, covering sociodemographic information, OSA diagnosis, and treatment details. Assessment scales will measure daytime sleepiness, sleep quality, and psychophysical fatigue. Participants: 80 Sleep Center outpatients, evenly divided by age and gender: 40 with severe OSA on CPAP for at least 3 months. 40 with severe OSA not yet on CPAP. Duration: Approximately 12 months.
Sponsor: Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus
You may qualify if…
- ✓ Patients with severe OSA treated with CPAP for at least 3 months.
- ✓ Patients with severe OSA in new access and therefore not yet subjected to CPAP treatment.
- ✓ Patients with severe OSA who are able to understand the Italian language.
You may not qualify if…
- ✕ Patients who do not have a certified diagnosis of severe OSA.
- ✕ Patients with mild or moderate OSA.
- ✕ Patients with OSA who are unable to understand the Italian language.
- ✕ Patients with OSA who have neurological and/or oncological comorbidities, as verified by medical records.
- ✕ Patients with documented cognitive deficits, as verified by medical records.
- ✕ Patients with certified diagnoses of psychiatric disorders and/or substance use disorders (SUD), as verified by medical records.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT06664450 · last updated 2025-08-24