RecruitingNCT03667027

Diaphragm Structure and Pathobiology in Patients Being Bridged to Lung Transplant


Sponsor

University Health Network, Toronto

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Apr 1, 2019

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study is designed to characterize the changes in diaphragm structure, function and biology during bridging to lung transplant by mechanical ventilation or extracorporeal life support.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria4

  • Receiving a respiratory support modality as a bridge to lung transplantation
  • Formally listed for transplantation
  • \- Undergoing lung transplantation for either obstructive or restrictive lung disease
  • \- Undergoing elective thoracic surgery without any prior history of chronic pulmonary parenchymal disease

Exclusion Criteria3

  • Previously diagnosed with neuromuscular disorder
  • Received invasive mechanical ventilation for >48 hours in the preceding four weeks
  • Thoracic cage deformity

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Interventions

DEVICERespiratory support

Mechanical ventilation or extracorporeal life support


Locations(1)

Toronto General Hospital

Toronto, Canada

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