Research Center: The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research
Location: 431 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe, NSW
Lead Doctor: Dr Greg King
Ethics Committee: This study has been reviewed and approved by Bellberry Human Research Ethics Committee

Researcher Interview

Background

People with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) may suffer from sleep disturbances.  This could include waking during the night, poor quality sleep and waking with breathing problems.

The aim of this study is to determine how commonly sleep disturbance occurs in people with COPD and whether the disturbances are linked to COPD severity, changes in lung function or pre-existing sleep disorders.

This sleep study seeks men and women who have COPD. Participants are required to attend the research site for 1 overnight stay, where your sleep will be monitored, and 1 follow-up visit over 2 weeks.

Benefits of Participation

• You will receive a lung function assessment by a Respiratory Specialist
• You will receive the results of your sleep study
• You will be helping to advance medical research.
• You will be reimbursed for the visit for your travel expenses

Your Rights

• If you decide to participate in the study and later feel that you no longer wish to be part of it, you may withdraw at any time.
• Your records relating to this study and any other information received will be kept strictly confidential, except as required by the law.
• Qualified health professionals will monitor your health as it relates to the study.

Who Can Participate?

• Men and women aged 50+ who are current smokers or ex-smokers
• Have COPD (e.g. regularly cough and/or have shortness of breath and/or wheeze)
• Able to attend the research site for 1 overnight stay and 1 follow up visit over 2 weeks
• Have not used a CPAP device previously