Study of Disrupted Sleep in Somali Americans
Disrupted Sleep in Somali Americans - Implications for Hypertension Risk
Mayo Clinic
240 participants
Nov 15, 2022
OBSERVATIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The aims of this study are to determine the types and severity of previously undiagnosed sleep deficiencies in otherwise healthy Somali Americans, apply a research framework to define psychosocial, behavioral, environmental, and biological mechanisms mediating sleep deficiencies in Somali Americans, and examine the relationship between sleep deficiencies and increased blood pressure in Somali Americans.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- Subjects diagnosed with no known history of hypertension, diabetes, or sleep disorders.
- Self-identify as Somali.
- Adult males and females who are older than 18 years of age.
Exclusion Criteria2
- Anyone under 18 years or over 70 years.
- Positive pregnancy.
Interventions
24-hour ambulatory BP measuring device and blood pressures will be measured every 20 minutes to half hour
Measurements will include electroencephalogram, electromyogram, electrooculogram, electrocardiogram, breathing patterns of chest and abdomen, nasal and oral airflow and oxygen saturation. Sleep stages and apneas will be scored in accordance with validated American Academy of Sleep Medicine standards.
Locations(1)
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NCT05411029