Study Details
Testing Continuous Positive Airway Pressure for Sleep Apnea in Pregnancy
(IRB#: IRB_00110528)
This study is testing whether obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) in pregnancy reduces the rate of hypertensive (high blood pressure) disorders in pregnancy. The study will also test whether OSA with CPAP reduces other health risks related to pregnancy. People in the study will be randomly chosen to be placed into two groups. One group will receive weekly contact, incentives for following study procedures, and initial sleep hygiene (healthy sleeping habits) counseling. The other group will only receive initial hygiene sleep counseling. Participants will use a CPAP device to measure positive airway pressure when sleeping. Being in the study requires attending in-person visits at the study clinic with an option to attend telehealth for some visits. Participation lasts about 26 to 30 weeks.
- Female Only
- Over 18 years old
- Healthy Volunteers
- In Person
- Paid
Who can participate?
Gender: Female Only
Age: Over 18 years old
Volunteers: Healthy Volunteers
Location: In Person
Inclusion Criteria
- Females of childbearing potential ages 18 years and older
- Pregnancy of one child
- Diagnosed with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea
- Pregnant between 14 weeks to 21 weeks and 6 days
- Able to sleep in a stable place with access to the CPAP machine at least 5 nights per week
Exclusion Criteria
- Previous, current or planned therapy for sleep apnea
- Current use of medication for sleep
- Asthma requiring medication
- History of medical issues such as liver disease
- Chronic medical issue requiring oxygen support
Will I be paid for my time?
Yes
IRB#: IRB_00110528
PI: Torri Metz
Department: OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
Approval Date: 2018-04-19 06:00:00
Specialties: OB/Gyn, General