An observational study in Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS), sponsored by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa. Not yet recruiting at 1 site in Turkey. Open to participants aged 18 Years to 65 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2025-01-09.
Sponsored by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa · Observational
Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS) is a disease characterized by daytime hypercapnia and sleep-related respiratory disturbances in individuals with a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30 kg/m², without any other condition that could lead to hypoventilation. Although various mechanisms play a role in the pathogenesis of OHS, the most significant one is the altered respiratory system mechanics due to obesity. Obesity also leads to a decrease in peripheral muscle strength and exercise capacity. It has been reported that in obese individuals, not only general body movements and lower extremities but also upper extremity movements are negatively affected. Specifically, it has been observed that during activities against gravity, movement speed is low while the duration of movement is high. In OHS patients, daily living activities, physical activity, and exercise capacity are also negatively impacted. Supported or unsupported arm movements are of great importance in performing daily living activities. The muscles activated during both simple arm lifting and combined movements also function as accessory respiratory muscles. In individuals with cardiopulmonary diseases, an increase in the respiratory workload, especially during unsupported arm movements, has been observed. It is thought that in OHS patients, both the effects of obesity and the respiratory system may limit upper extremity functions. However, no studies have evaluated upper extremity functions in these individuals. Therefore, the aim of investigators study is to evaluate upper extremity functions in OHS patients.
The study will include patients diagnosed with Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome, who are followed at the Department of Chest Diseases, Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. The study will be conducted in accordance with the Helsinki Declaration, and an informed consent form will be obtained from the participants who are willing to take part in the study. Before the study begins, the participants will be informed about the purpose of the study and provided with all relevant details. Participants who agree to participate will be invited to the Chest Diseases Department of Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine. Demographic information of the participants will be recorded, followed by the evaluation of body composition, upper extremity functional exercise capacity, grip strength, and activities of daily living. The main aim of the study is to comprehensively investigate the upper extremity functions in patients with OHS.
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Patients diagnosed with Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome who are followed up at the Department of Chest Diseases of Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine will be included in the study.
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Other: Assessment
31 volunteer participants who were followed up at the Department of Chest Diseases, Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and met the inclusion criteria were included in the study. Participants' body composition, upper extremity functional exercise capacity, grip strength, and activities of daily living were evaluated.
6-Minute Pegboard and Ring Test - Upper Extremity Functional Exercise Capacity
For the test, a perforated wooden board and bars, adjustable according to shoulder levels, are used. The participant sits in front of the board, which has a total of four sticks: two placed at shoulder level and shoulder width, and two placed 20 cm above this level. Ten rings are placed on the lower sticks. The participant is instructed to use both hands simultaneously to move the rings from the lower stick to the upper one and return them to the lower stick once completed. They are asked to perform this task as quickly as possible for 6 minutes. The number of rings is recorded and heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, fatigue, and dyspnea are measured before and after the test.
Time frame: 1 day
Milliken Activities of Daily Living Scale
This scale is a self-reported assessment that evaluates upper extremity dysfunctions and shows limitations in ADL. It consists of 6 sections: meal preparation and eating (8 items), personal hygiene (9 items), dressing (8 items), object manipulation (9 items), house cleaning (7 items), and other activities (6 items), totaling 47 items. For each item, both ability and requirement levels are scored; the ability level uses a 1-5 scale, and the requirement level uses a 1-3 scale.
Time frame: 1 day
Grip Strength
Grip strength is measured with a Jamar hand dynamometer recommended by the American Hand Therapists Association. Measurements are made with the participant in shoulder adduction, elbow 90° flexion, forearm neutral, and wrist 0-30° extension. The participant is asked to squeeze the dynamometer with maximum force and hold for 3 seconds. Measurements are repeated 3 times on the dominant and non-dominant hands, and the results are recorded in kg.
Time frame: 1 day
The Glittre Activities of Daily Living Test
The test starts from a seated position on a 10-meter surface. After walking 5 meters, the participant climbs a two-step ladder, walks to the shelves, and moves three 1 kg objects from the top shelf to the middle and bottom shelves, then returns them to the middle and top shelves. The participant then turns around, climbs the stairs, and sits back down. This completes one full round, and a total of 5 rounds are performed. The participant is asked to complete the rounds as quickly as possible. Women carry a 2.5 kg backpack, and men carry a 5 kg backpack. The completion time is recorded, and heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, fatigue, and dyspnea are measured before and after the test.
Time frame: 1 day
Body Mass Index
Body mass index (BMI) is calculated by dividing body weight in kilograms (kg) by the square of height in meters (m). BMI is calculated from the formula body weight/height² (kg/m²).
Time frame: 1 day
Anthropometric Measurements - Waist Circumference
Waist circumference is measured in cm using a standard non-elastic tape measure from the midpoint between the subcostal region and the iliac crest after full expiration.
Time frame: 1 day
Anthropometric Measurements - Hip Circumference
Hip circumference is measured from the widest part of the hip, with the tape measure parallel to the floor.
Time frame: 1 day
Anthropometric Measurements - Neck Circumference
Neck circumference is measured horizontally from the lower border of the laryngeal prominence with the head in an upright position.
Time frame: 1 day
Anthropometric Measurements - Arm Circumference
Arm circumference is measured from the midpoint of the distance between the acromion and the olecranon, which is the most swollen part of the muscle.
Time frame: 1 day
The Waist-Hip Ratio
Waist and hip circumference will be measured in cm with the help of a tape measure. It is calculated by dividing the waist circumference by the hip circumference.
Time frame: 1 day
Body Fluid Percentage
Participants body fluid percentage will be measured using the 'Tanita BC-545N Body Analysis Scale' with the bioelectrical impedance analysis method.
Time frame: 1 day
Body Fat Percentage
Participants body fat percentages will be evaluated using the "Tanita BC-545N Body Analysis Scale" with the bioelectrical impedance analysis technique.
Time frame: 1 day
Muscle Mass
Participants' muscle mass will be assessed using the "Tanita BC-545N Body Analysis Scale" with the bioelectrical impedance analysis technique. The results will be recorded in kg.
Time frame: 1 day
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