Controlled carbon dioxide inhalation for neurogenic orthostatic hypotension
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether breathing in small amounts of carbon dioxide can help people with neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (a condition that causes blood pressure to drop when standing). The goal is to see if this simple treatment can improve symptoms and quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (a condition that causes dizziness or fainting when you stand up).
- You do not smoke or use tobacco products.
- You are able to travel to the University of Calgary in Calgary, Alberta for study visits.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding (if applicable).
- You do not have severe heart or lung disease that limits your ability to climb one flight of stairs.
Quick eligibility check
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