Portable Sleep Monitors in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Brief Summary
The goal of this study is to evaluate the ability of a portable sleep monitor to detect obstructive sleep apnea in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The main study objectives are to: 1. Evaluate the correlation between the obstructive apnea-hypopnea index (OAHI) on a portable sleep monitor and an in-laboratory polysomnogram (PSG); 2. Determine the sensitivity and specificity of a portable sleep monitor to diagnose obstructive sleep apnea (OSA); 3. Evaluate patient and family preferences for sleep testing.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Children between 6 to 18 years of age, AND; 2. Children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, AND; 3. Children who will be undergoing a polysomnogram (PSG) for the first time, AND; 4. Caregiver willing to complete questionnaires about child's sleep and behavior Exclusion Criteria: 1. Children who are currently using respiratory therapy 2. Children who have previously completed a PSG 3. Caregiver unwilling to complete questionnaires about child's sleep and behavior