Ultrasound as Diagnostic Tool in Diaphragm Dysfunction

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Total Enrollment

36 participants

Study Classification

OBSERVATIONAL

Study Start Date

2023-09-05

Study Completion Date

2024-03-21

Brief Summary

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The diaphragm is the main muscle for inspiration and vital for ventilation. Multiple diagnostic modalities can be performed in the work-up of suspected diaphragm dysfunction. Fluoroscopy has traditionally been the method of choice in diagnosing diaphragm paralysis and is still widely used in clinical practice, while alternative non-invasive and accessible methods have been available. Superiority of ultrasound over fluoroscopy for the diagnosis of diaphragm dysfunction has been suggested.

The primary objective of this study is to investigate the construct validity of ultrasound in diaphragm paralysis.

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Detailed Description

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To study the sensitivity of ultrasound in diaphragm dysfunction we propose a prospective, operator-blinded, two-center, observational study. Participants will be evaluated for diaphragm dysfunction with fluoroscopy and pulmonary function testing as in standard of care. Additionally, ultrasound will be performed.

Construct validity The primary objective of this study is to investigate the construct validity of ultrasound in diaphragm paralysis. Validity is defined as the degree to which an instrument truly measure the construct(s) it purports to measure. In general, three different types of validity can be distinguished: content validity, criterion validity, and construct validity. Since evaluation with gold standard testing is invasive, as explained in the introduction, criterion validity testing not a feasible option. Therefore, in this study, we use construct validity to provide evidence of validity. Construct validity is defined as the degree to which the scores of an instrument (here: ultrasound) are consistent with scores of other instruments (here: pulmonary function tests, fluoroscopy). Construct validation is often considered less powerful, however, with strong theories and specific and challenging hypothesis, it is possible to acquire substantial evidence. Therefore, specific definitions of 'diaphragm paresis' and 'diaphragm paralysis' regarding diagnostic modalities are established in this protocol before the start of the study

Conditions

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Diaphragm Disease

Study Design

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Observational Model Type

COHORT

Study Time Perspective

PROSPECTIVE

Study Groups

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Patients suspected of diaphragm dysfunction

After inclusion, participants will be evaluated for diaphragm dysfunction with fluoroscopy, as in standard of care. Additionally, during the same hospital visit ultrasound will be performed.

The sonographer and the radiologist assessing the ultrasound and fluoroscopy, respectively, will be blinded to each other's' test results. Further assessment, and possible treatment, for diaphragm dysfunction is performed at the discretion of the treating physician.

The primary outcome is the concordance of diaphragm paralysis as determined by ultrasound compared with the construct for diaphragm paralysis based on traditional measurements.

ultrasound of the diaphragm

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

Parameters measured during ultrasound:

Thickening fraction; End-expiratory thickness, and; Diaphragm excursion.

Interventions

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ultrasound of the diaphragm

Parameters measured during ultrasound:

Thickening fraction; End-expiratory thickness, and; Diaphragm excursion.

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* 18 years or older
* Suspicion of diaphragm dysfunction based on medical history and/or physical examination; as determined by the treating physician.

Exclusion Criteria

* Inability for fluoroscopy (e.g. severely limited mobility, or unable to follow vocal instructions).
* Inability for diaphragm imaging (e.g. mechanical ventilation, or unable to follow vocal instructions).
* Those not able or unwilling to give written informed consent.
* Pregnant women

Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No