Sleep Apnea
Conditions
Brief summary
The objectives of this study are to evaluate the feasibility of the remedē® Dual Channel System at implant and overnight sleep studies and to assess chronic safety.
Interventions
implant of dual channel stimulation device
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Severe sleep disordered breathing * Expected to tolerate study procedures * No heart failure or medically stable heart failure
Exclusion criteria
* Currently implanted with a neurostimulator to treat sleep disordered breathing without sponsor approval * History of severe COPD or pulmonary arterial hypertension * Current or previous history of nerve injury or palsy * Prior cervical surgeries or radiation treatment to head region * Known need for an MRI * History of psychosis or severe bipolar disorder * Active Infection or sepsis within 30 days of enrollment * Currently on kidney dialysis or significantly reduced kidney function * Hemoglobin less than 8g/dl * Pacemaker dependance * New defibrillator or any implantable device or device generator changeout within 30 days prior to study implant or anticipated within the first 12 months * Other conditions or anticipated surgical procedure expected to affect ability to complete study procedures * Allergy to contrast dye unless can be prophylactically treated * Known pregnancy or planning to become pregnant
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safety through 12 months | 12 Months post implant | Serious adverse event related to implant procedure, device, or stimulation |
| Successful Implantation | implant procedure | Successful Implantation of dual channel system |
| Improvement in sleep disordered breathing | 12 months post implant | Demonstration of the acute prevention of sleep disordered breathing events during attended sleep study. |
Countries
United States