Surgery for long-term diaphragm paralysis
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Genetic & congenital, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a surgical procedure to help people with a paralyzed diaphragm (the muscle that helps you breathe) that has lasted at least a year. The surgery aims to improve breathing and reduce shortness of breath.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a paralyzed diaphragm on one side that has lasted for at least a year.
- You are scheduled for surgery at one of the participating hospitals in Sweden.
- You can fill out forms in Swedish.
- Your diaphragm paralysis is not caused by a nerve or muscle disease.
- You do not have other major reasons for shortness of breath or limited physical ability.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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