An evaluation of MRI TIA patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Research type
Research Study
Full title
An evaluation of MRI appearances in suspected Transient Ischaemic Attack in patients with and without Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
IRAS ID
212567
Contact name
Laura Hall
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Canterbury Christ Church University
Duration of Study in the UK
0 years, 8 months, 3 days
Research summary
The intended aim of this study is to evaluate the imaging findings on MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) brain scans of potential stroke patients referred from a dedicated stroke clinic who also suffer from obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), a recognised risk factor for stroke, in comparison to a control group of patients without OSA attending via the same pathway. This has been finalised following a background literature search identifying a potential lack of research into this area and the author’s personal area of interest and background as a diagnostic and reporting radiographer and the particular interests of the hospital trust being utilised for this study.
A quantitative research paradigm will be used with an empirical methodology, using an observational experimental approach. Historical MRI scan reports and images will be further analysed for potential findings. The presence and characteristics of abnormalities will be recorded and evaluated for emerging trends or correlations. This study will therefore not involve the recruitment of participants, but rather the untilisation of historical data from an NHS trust, performed for previous medical purposes.
It is hoped that this may result in new findings regarding the relationship between obstructive sleep apnoea and stroke, which may further knowledge and understanding in this area and/or form a basis for further research.REC name
London - Surrey Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
16/LO/2151
Date of REC Opinion
18 Jan 2017
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion