VIdeo Clips for Diagnostic Evaluation of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children

Launched by CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF EASTERN ONTARIO · Jan 24, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new way to identify obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children, a condition that causes breathing problems during sleep. OSA is quite serious and can lead to issues like high blood pressure and behavioral problems if not treated. The researchers want to see if short video clips of children sleeping, recorded by their parents using smartphones, can effectively help identify those who might need further testing for OSA. They believe these video clips might be better than traditional methods like questionnaires or oxygen level recordings in spotting children at risk for moderate to severe OSA.

To participate in the trial, children aged 2 to 18 who are referred for a sleep study to check for OSA can enroll. Parents will record their child sleeping, and later, the children will undergo a standard sleep study. Throughout the process, parents will also fill out a questionnaire about their child's sleep habits. The goal is to use this easily accessible technology to help find and treat children with OSA sooner, potentially reducing the risk of long-term health issues. This study is not yet recruiting participants, but it represents an exciting step toward improving diagnosis and care for children with sleep-related breathing problems.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 2-18 years old
• • referred for diagnostic PSG to assess for OSA at their local tertiary care centre
• • parent/caregiver has access to mobile technology
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • previous diagnosis of sleep-disordered breathing based on PSG in the last five years
• • unable to cooperate for PSG
• • clinician-suspected presence of central sleep apnea or central hypoventilation
• • genetic or congenital syndrome
• • non-verbal
• • use of PAP therapy or tracheostomy
• • parent/caregiver does not speak English or French