Can ultrasound spot breathing trouble in FSHD before It's too late?
NCT ID NCT06078852
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study follows 34 adults with FSHD over one year to see how their breathing muscles change. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure diaphragm thickness and movement, along with standard breathing tests. The goal is to find out if ultrasound can detect respiratory problems earlier and more accurately than current methods.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a non-invasive way to monitor breathing problems in FSHD, helping doctors detect changes earlier.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 34 participants. It is not testing a treatment, so it will not directly improve health.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Fondazione Policlinico Gemelli IRCCS
RECRUITINGRoma, 00168, Italy
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