Trends in home breathing support for ALS patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how people with ALS use home mechanical ventilation (breathing support) over time. It aims to understand the care they receive and how it develops, which may help improve future support.
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Who can take part
- You must have a diagnosis of ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).
- You need to have had at least two hospital visits related to your ALS diagnosis between 2012 and 2026.
- You need to have had at least one hospital visit related to mechanical ventilation (breathing support) between 2012 and 2026.
- You need to have had at least one hospital visit with a special code for mechanical ventilation (called a 'process marker') between 2012 and 2026.
- There are no exclusions – anyone meeting the above can take part.
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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