Study Overview: This study examines if using Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) can help treat high blood pressure in people lying down due to autonomic failure, a condition affecting automatic body functions like blood pressure control. CPAP is commonly used to treat sleep apnea, a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep. In this study, a CPAP machine gently blows air into a mask over the nose or mouth to keep the airways open.
Participants will spend 3-5 days at Vanderbilt Clinical Research Center. The study includes a mix of daytime and overnight sessions. Daytime sessions involve 2 study days with CPAP applied for up to 2 hours, while overnight sessions involve 3 study nights with CPAP used for up to 9 hours.
Key Points:
- The study lasts 3-5 days with daytime and overnight parts.
- Participants undergo tests like heart rate and blood pressure checks.
- Not suitable for those with recent facial injuries or unable to stand for tests.
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