Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Conditions
Brief summary
This investigation is a prospective, non randomized, non blinded study. This investigation is designed to evaluate the performance, comfort and ease of use with the F&P trial nasal pillows mask amongst Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) participants.
Detailed description
Visit 1 will involve the participants consented in to the trial. Participants will be fitted with the F&P trial nasal pillows mask for use in-lab. The participant will then return the mask and have a interview, this ensures the maximum time participants will be exposed to the trial mask in lab will be in 1 night. The mask will be returned to the Institution at the conclusion of the trial and the participant will return to their previous mask. The Institution will recruit all participants within 1 week of the beginning of the study.
Interventions
Investigative Nasal pillows Mask to be used for OSA therapy
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Adult (18+ years of age) * Able to give consent * Apnea hypopnea Index (AHI)≥ 5 on diagnostic night * Prescribed PAP for OSA * Existing nasal pillows mask user
Exclusion criteria
* Inability to give consent * Patients who are in a coma or a decreased level of consciousness * Anatomical or physiological conditions making automatic positive airway pressure (APAP) therapy inappropriate (e.g. unconsolidated facial structure) * Commercial drivers who are investigated by New Zealand Transport Agency * Current diagnosis of carbon dioxide (CO2) retention * Pregnant or may think they are pregnant
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ease of use | 1 night | Subjective Questionnaire |
| Acceptability | 1 night | Subjective Questionnaire |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Objective Leak Data | 1 night | Data obtained from participant's device - Objective |
Countries
New Zealand