Can a breathing machine strengthen the Lungs' main muscle?
NCT ID NCT07193017
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 21, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study aims to see if long-term use of a BiPAP breathing support machine can improve the function of the diaphragm, the main breathing muscle, in people with advanced COPD. Researchers will follow 30 patients for a year, using ultrasound to measure the diaphragm and tracking hospital visits and survival. The goal is to learn if this common treatment can help patients breathe better and stay healthier.
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Demiroglu Bilim University, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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