Ultrasound of the diaphragm may predict breathing emergencies in seniors
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This study looks at whether a simple, non-invasive ultrasound of the diaphragm can help predict which older adults (75+) with sudden shortness of breath will develop severe breathing failure. Researchers will measure diaphragm movement and thickness in 145 emergency patients and …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Bethune • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC