Sleep Disturbances for Post-COVID Syndrome
(SCLC Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to understand how sleep problems after COVID-19 affect physical and mental health. Researchers seek to determine if issues like sleep disturbances and sleep apnea (a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep) contribute to ongoing COVID-19 symptoms, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-COV-2 infection (PASC). The study will examine sleep, cognitive function, exercise capacity, and lung function in individuals who had COVID-19. Those who had COVID-19 and have or suspect they have sleep apnea might be suitable candidates for this trial. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to understanding the long-term effects of COVID-19 on sleep and overall health.
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about this trial because it aims to discover predictors of post-COVID-19 clinical and cognitive consequences, which could lead to a better understanding of how to manage and prevent these issues. Unlike existing treatments that primarily address acute COVID-19 symptoms or general cognitive impairments, this research seeks to identify specific factors that influence long-term outcomes. By pinpointing these predictors, healthcare providers could tailor interventions more effectively, potentially improving recovery and quality of life for individuals affected by long COVID.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Susmita Chowdhuri, MD MS
Principal Investigator
John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Observational Assessment
Systematic assessment of sleep disturbances, sleep apnea severity, and their impact on PASC-related symptoms
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in fatigue, cognitive function, and quality of life
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
VA Office of Research and Development
Lead Sponsor
John D. Dingell VA Medical Center
Collaborator