Diaphragm disorder

This study tests whether a special fish-oil emulsion given through an IV can improve outcomes for newborns with a diaphragm defect that causes severe lung pressure. About 40 babies will receive either the fish-oil emulsion or a standard soy-oil one. Researchers will measure lung …

This study tests a procedure called FETO, where a tiny balloon is placed in the windpipe of unborn babies with severe congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The balloon helps the lungs grow before birth and is later removed. Researchers want to see if this improves survival and r…

This study looks at how children aged 1 month to 15 years with a late-diagnosed congenital diaphragmatic hernia (a hole in the muscle that separates the chest from the belly) do after surgery. Researchers reviewed 10 cases treated at one hospital with either keyhole or open surge…

This pilot study tests a procedure called FETO in 14 unborn babies with severe left congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), a birth defect where abdominal organs push into the chest and stunt lung growth. Doctors place a tiny balloon in the baby's windpipe via fetoscopy to trap lu…

This study tests a procedure called FETO, where a tiny balloon is placed in the windpipe of a fetus with severe left congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The balloon blocks fluid from leaving the lungs, causing them to grow larger before birth. The goal is to improve survival f…

This study tests whether waiting to clamp the umbilical cord until after the baby's lungs have filled with air can reduce dangerous lung blood pressure (pulmonary hypertension) in newborns with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). About 140 infants with left-sided CDH will be r…

This study compares two types of breathing muscle training in people who have had a lung transplant. One group does standard constant-resistance exercises, while the other adds short bursts of harder effort. The goal is to see which method better improves breathing strength and d…

This study was designed to see if a special MRI technique (BOLD) could measure how well fetal lungs work in babies with diaphragmatic hernia or abdominal wall defects. Researchers planned to scan the lungs while the mother breathed normal air and then oxygen, looking for changes …

This study tests a program called FACE-Rare, designed to support family caregivers of children with rare, life-limiting diseases. The program includes three sessions to help families prepare for future medical decisions and improve their quality of life. Researchers will compare …

This study looked at whether having more frequent contact with a clinician (at least once a week) improves satisfaction for people with long-lasting musculoskeletal conditions. Participants were split into two groups: one with standard contact and one with extra check-ins via tex…

This study tests whether a Norwegian clinic (NSAC) helps people with common mental health issues or muscle pain return to work sooner. 2500 adults are split into three groups: one gets treatment quickly, one waits 10-14 weeks, and one gets a basic check-up. Researchers will track…

This pilot study aims to learn more about a procedure called FETO for unborn babies with a severe form of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The researchers want to see if placing a balloon in the baby's windpipe before birth can help the lungs grow and improve survival. The …

This study looks back at the medical records of about 4 million people who had physical or occupational therapy for muscle and joint problems. Researchers want to see if different ways of giving therapy lead to different results. No new treatments are tested—the goal is to learn …

This study aimed to see if a mobile monitoring tool could accurately identify surgical site infections (SSIs) in orthopedic surgery patients, compared to the usual manual review. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. It was design…

This study aims to see if a simple, non-invasive breathing test can accurately measure the acidity (pH) in the airways, which is often abnormal in lung diseases. Researchers will compare results from this breath test with standard methods in 150 healthy volunteers and people with…

This study tests a new 3D imaging method to measure how much air the lungs can hold in people with suspected diaphragm weakness. About 100 adults will have two quick 3D scans while holding their breath. The goal is to see if this technique gives reliable results compared to stand…

This study looks at a possible side effect of a heart treatment called PFA for atrial fibrillation: injury to the phrenic nerve, which can paralyze part of the diaphragm and affect breathing. Patients get a special X-ray before and after the procedure to check diaphragm movement.…