Non-invasive ventilation and diaphragm ultrasound in ALS
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how non-invasive ventilation (a breathing mask) affects the diaphragm muscle in people with ALS. It may help doctors better understand how the therapy works.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) by a neurologist
- Your doctor has decided you need non-invasive ventilation (NIV) because your breathing is weak during the day or night
- You do not use NIV all the time (24 hours a day)
- You are willing to take part in the study
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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