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Prevalence of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Among Non-obese Obstructive Sleep Apnea by Using Transient Elastography
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong
Summary
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) are both common diseases related to metabolic diseases with potential cardiovascular consequences and liver complications respectively. Though studies show OSA may take part in the progression of hepatic steatosis, the independent contribution of OSA on liver fat accumulation is unknown. It is hypothesized that nocturnal intermittent hypoxia from OSA is the main driver of NAFLD in non-obese OSA patients. This study is to assess the effect of OSA on NAFLD in non-obese patients.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
861
Start Date
2022-01-10
Completion Date
2026-07-31
Last Updated
2026-10-20
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Locations (1)
Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong