Opioids' hidden toll on breathing revealed in new study
NCT ID NCT05856136
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study looks at how opioids affect the diaphragm, the main muscle used for breathing. Researchers will measure diaphragm strength in 69 adults having leg surgery. The goal is to understand if opioids make it harder to take strong breaths, which could help improve safety for patients receiving these drugs.
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Mayo Clinic Minnesota
RECRUITINGRochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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