Completed
NCT Number: NCT00202943
Randomized Controlled Trial of TCRFVR and LAUP in Snorers
We hypothesis that radiofrequency will cause less post-operative discomfort when compared with laser assited uvulopharyngoplasty. 40 patients with primary snore will be enrolled into this study. After overnight sleep test confimred that no obstructive sleep apnea existed, cases were informed consented. Then they were randomized into two groups. Post-operative pain, duration of analgesics were recorded.
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Conditions
Age range
20 year and older
Sex eligibility
All sexes
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Not applicable
About this study
Although Rf group was less effective, they felt less discomfort.
Who can participate
Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes
Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.
Inclusion criteria
- RDI < 5/h
Exclusion criteria
- Previous treated snoring, coagulation disorder
Treatment and study plan
Primary outcomes
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LAUP is more effective in eliminating snoring
Secondary outcomes
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However, Rf cause less post-operative discomfort
Sponsors and collaborators
Lead sponsor
Taichung Veterans General Hospital
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Registry information
Official study title
Comparison of Clinical Effect Between Temperature-Controlled Radio-Frequency Uvuloplasty and Laser Assisted Uvulo-Pharyngoplasty in Patients Who Snore
Important dates
- Study start
- 2003
- Study completion
- 2004
- First posted
- Sep 20, 2005
- Registry last updated
- Sep 20, 2005
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