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NCT03659019 Implanted Phrenic Nerve Stimulator Database.

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NCT ID NCT03659019
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Condition External Mechanical Ventilatory Support
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment 100 participants
Start Date 2018-11-20
Primary Completion 2028-11-19

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 5 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
Quality of life questionnaires

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What to Expect as a Participant

This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.

This trial targets 100 participants in total. It began in 2018-11-20 with a primary completion date of 2028-11-19.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

Phrenic nerve stimulation is a neurostimulation technique that allows patients who are dependent on external mechanical ventilatory support to regain their breathing autonomy. This study aim at long term following of patients who may be candidates for permanent implanted phrenic nerve stimulator.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with central respiratory paralysis (medullary lesions or supramedullary lesions, whatever their causes) or patients with congenital central hypoventilation (including Ondine syndrome by Phox2B mutation) or acquired (whatever the cause), with permanent hypoventilation or related to sleep. Exclusion Criteria: * Patient not affiliated to the social security system * Patient unable to oppose his participation in research * Patient not understanding French

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Thomas SIMILOWSKI, PU-PH,MD,PhD

✉ thomas.similowski@upmc.fr

📞 01 42 16 77 97

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT03659019 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 5 Years or older, studying External Mechanical Ventilatory Support. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT03659019 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT03659019 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at thomas.similowski@upmc.fr for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT03659019 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Paris, France.

Who is sponsoring the NCT03659019 clinical trial?

NCT03659019 is sponsored by Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris. The trial plans to enroll 100 participants.

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