Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common and potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. The “obstructive” part of the name refers to the airway becoming blocked, usually when the soft tissue in the back of the throat collapses and closes during sleep. This interruption in breathing can lead to reduced airflow, decreased oxygen levels in the blood, and disrupted sleep patterns.
That’s why volunteers are needed to participate in a research study of an investigational sleep apnea medication. To qualify, you must: