Why some ICU patients Can't leave the ventilator: diaphragm weakness under the microscope
NCT ID NCT03140267
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study followed 22 ICU patients who had trouble being taken off a breathing machine (ventilator). Researchers measured two key aspects of the diaphragm—strength and endurance—over 18 hours to see which one is more lacking. The goal was to understand the root cause of weaning failure so that future breathing muscle training can be more effective.
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 help design better breathing muscle training programs for ICU patients struggling to come off ventilators.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, observational study (22 people) that only measures muscle function—it does not test any treatment, so it may not lead to direct improvements.
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Locations
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Hôpital Haut-Lévêque
Bordeaux, 33000, France
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Hôpital Pellegrin
Bordeaux, 33000, France