Effect of OSA Resulting From Chronic Tonsillitis on Pregnancy Outcomes

Peking University

Status: Not yet enrolling

Conditions: Chronic Tonsillitis; Obstructive Sleep Apnea; Pregnancy

Treatments: Other: exposure: OSA resulting from chronic tonsillitis

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT06391151

PKUFH ENT TLP V1.0

Details and patient eligibility

About

This cohort study aims to investigate the impact of obstructive sleep apnea hypopnea syndrome (OSA) resulting from chronic tonsillitis on pregnancy outcomes. The hypothesis posits that chronic tonsillitis-induced OSA may exacerbate pregnancy complications and increase the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes.

Enrollment: 500 estimated patients

Sex: Female

Ages: 18+ years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• Pregnant women confirmed with chronic tonsillitis by clinical diagnosis and presenting symptoms.
• Pregnant women with a confirmed diagnosis of OSA based on polysomnography or other validated sleep monitoring techniques.
• Pregnant women who are willing to participate in the study and provide informed consent.

Exclusion criteria

• Pregnant women with other respiratory or sleep disorders that may confound the diagnosis of OSA.
• Pregnant women with severe comorbidities or medical conditions that may significantly impact pregnancy outcomes.
• Pregnant women who have undergone surgical treatment for chronic tonsillitis or OSA during the study period.
• Pregnant women who refuse to participate in the study or are unable to provide informed consent.