About this trial
Last updated 2 years ago
Study ID
Diaphragm 001
Status
Recruiting
Type
Observational
Placebo
No
Accepting
18+ Years
All
Not accepting
Healthy Volunteers
Trial Timing
Ended 6 months ago
What is this trial about?
The diaphragm is the main muscle for inspiration and vital for ventilation. Multiple
diagnostic modalities can be performed in the work-up of suspected diaphragm dysfunction.
Fluoroscopy has traditionally been the method of choice in diagnosing diaphragm paralysis and
is still widely used in clinical practice, while alternative non-invasive and accessible
methods have been available. Superiority of ultrasound over fluoroscopy for the diagnosis of
diaphragm dysfunction has been suggested.
The primary objective of this study is to investigate the construct validity of ultrasound in
diaphragm paralysis.
What are the participation requirements?
Inclusion Criteria
- 18 years or older
- Suspicion of diaphragm dysfunction based on medical history and/or physical examination; as determined by the treating physician.
Exclusion Criteria
- Inability for fluoroscopy (e.g. severely limited mobility, or unable to follow vocal instructions).
- Inability for diaphragm imaging (e.g. mechanical ventilation, or unable to follow vocal instructions).
- Those not able or unwilling to give written informed consent.
- Pregnant women
Locations
Location
Status
Recruiting
Recruiting