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

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

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Key information

Conditions

Diaphragmatic Paralysis Breath Shortness Chest Pain Dyspnea Nervous System Diseases Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pain, Chest Paralysis Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Respiration Disorders Respiratory Insufficiency Respiratory Paralysis Respiratory Tract Diseases Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms, Respiratory

Age range

18 year–70 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Advanced Reconstructive Surgery Alliance, Red Bank, New Jersey, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

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.

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

Semi-Structured Interviews.

Time frame: 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.

Study contacts

Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.

Jeannine Sico, RN.

CONTACT

[email protected]

732-741-0970 ext. 1175

Jennifer Tarquinio, MSc.

CONTACT

[email protected]

888-915-7617

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Advanced Reconstructive Surgery Alliance

Other Gov

Registry information

Official study title

A Grounded Theory of Phrenic Nerve Reconstruction for the Treatment of Diaphragmatic Paralysis - A Biopsychosocial Approach to Surgical Evaluation and Outcomes.

Important dates

Study start: 2023
Primary completion: 2025
Study completion: 2026
First posted: Feb 6, 2024
Registry last updated: Feb 6, 2024

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