Phrenic Nerve Reconstruction for the Treatment of Diaphragmatic Paralysis: Patient Experiences and Reported Outcomes.

Recruiting

• Conditions: Diaphragmatic Paralysis; Breath Shortness; Pain, Chest

• Registration Number: NCT06243718
• Lead Sponsor: Advanced Reconstructive Surgery Alliance

Brief Summary

This study utilizes a grounded theory methodology to explore patient experiences of phrenic nerve reconstructive surgery as a treatment for diaphragmatic paralysis.

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2023-10-10
• Study First Submitted: 2024-01-17
• Status Verified: 2024-02
• Study First Submitted QC: 2024-02-05
• Last Update Submitted: 2024-02-05
• Study First Posted: 2024-02-06
• Last Update Posted: 2024-02-06
• Primary Completion: 2025-10-10
• Study Completion: 2026-10-10

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: RECRUITING
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 45

Inclusion Criteria

• Individuals with a confirmed diagnosis of Diaphragmatic Paralysis.
• Individuals who are scheduled to undergo phrenic nerve reconstructive surgery for the treatment of Diaphragmatic Paralysis.

Exclusion Criteria

• Individuals who do not comprehend the English language.

Study & Design

• Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Semi-Structured Interviews.	Participants are interviewed one week before and 12 months after the surgery.	The interviews will serve a dual purpose: first, to delve into the daily experiences of individuals living with diaphragmatic paralysis, aiming to uncover the practical and emotional realities they face; and second, to explore the experiences and perceived outcomes of phrenic nerve surgery as a treatment for diaphragmatic paralysis.

Trial Locations

Locations (2)

Advanced Reconstructive Surgery Alliance; 🇺🇸 Red Bank, New Jersey, United States

Institute for Advanced Reconstruction; 🇺🇸 Shrewsbury, New Jersey, United States