Evaluating Intercostal Muscles in Stroke Patients Using Ultrasound
Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Parasternal Intercostal Muscles and Their Correlation With Respiratory Function Test in Stroke Patients
This study is testing how the thickness of certain chest muscles in stroke patients relates to their breathing ability to better understand their respiratory health.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 30 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06572709 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the thickness of parasternal intercostal muscles in stroke patients and assess its correlation with pulmonary function test (PFT) parameters. It will involve 30 stroke patients with a history of ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke lasting more than six months, alongside 30 healthy volunteers matched by age and gender. Participants will undergo ultrasound measurements of their intercostal muscle thickness during specific breathing phases while in a supine position. The study seeks to gather data that may enhance understanding of respiratory muscle function in stroke patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include stroke patients with a duration of more than six months and a mini-mental test score above 24.
Not a fit: Patients with acute or chronic lung disease, a history of thoracic surgery, or other neuromuscular diseases will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the management of respiratory function in stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is relatively novel, similar studies have shown promise in evaluating muscle function in stroke patients.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Ischemic or Hemorrhagic stroke patients, Stroke duration \>6 months, Mini-mental test score \>24 Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with acute or chronic lung disease, Patients with a history of thoracic or abdominal surgery, Patients with other neuromuscular diseases, Aphasia type with impaired understanding, Facial paralysis
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Istanbul Physıcal Therapy And Rehabılıtatıon Traınıng And Research Hospıtal — Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Yunus Emre Dogan, MD — Istanbul Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
- Study coordinator: Yunus Emre Dogan, MD
- Email: ynsemredgn91@gmail.com
- Phone: 05060512500
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.