The Role of Snoring Vibrations in the Pathogenesis of Early Carotid Artery Atherosclerosis [ 2009 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof John Wheatley (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Paul Witting ,  A/Pr Terence Amis

Brief description Habitual snoring is a very common problem in the adult population, with a prevalence of between 20-40%. Increasingly it is now recognised that snoring may be an independent risk factor for the development of stroke. In this proposal, we will explore the hypothesis that chronic snoring transmits a pressure wave through the tissues of the neck to the carotid artery which may damage the artery wall and subsequently lead to stroke. This may lead to new strategies to treat habitual snoring.

Funding Amount $AUD 593,833.89

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant