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The ACCESSIT Study

Launched by UNITY HEALTH TORONTO · Jan 6, 2022

Trial Information

Current as of July 09, 2025

Recruiting

Keywords

Spinal Cord Injury Trauma Respiratory Muscles Mechanical Ventilation Acute Respiratory Failure Diaphragm Dysfunction

ClinConnect Summary

The ACCESSIT Study is a clinical trial aimed at understanding how different muscles in the body that help with breathing work when patients are on mechanical ventilation after a spinal injury. This means the study is looking closely at how these muscles are structured, activated, and function while patients are receiving support to breathe, especially after trauma to the spine or spinal cord.

To be eligible for the study, participants need to be at least 16 years old and have a traumatic injury to their spine that requires invasive mechanical ventilation, which is a way of helping someone breathe using a tube. The study is currently recruiting participants of all genders. However, those who are expected to stop treatment within 24 hours, have chronic breathing problems that were treated before their injury, or have certain pre-existing muscle diseases will not be included. Participants can expect to have their breathing muscles monitored throughout the study, helping researchers learn more about respiratory support in these challenging situations.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Presence of traumatic spine lesion (with and without spinal cord injury)
  • Requiring invasive mechanical ventilation, via oro-tracheal or tracheostomy tube,
  • 16 years of age or older
  • Patient or substitute decision maker able to provide consent
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Expected withdrawal of treatments within 24 hours of screening
  • Chronic respiratory failure already treated with mechanical ventilation before the injury
  • Documented pre-existing neuromuscular diseases

About Unity Health Toronto

Unity Health Toronto is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, advancing medical research, and fostering education in the field of health sciences. Comprising St. Michael's Hospital, St. Joseph's Health Centre, and Providence Healthcare, Unity Health integrates a diverse range of clinical services and innovative research initiatives. The organization is committed to improving health outcomes through collaborative partnerships and community engagement, while upholding the highest standards of ethics and integrity in its clinical trials and research endeavors. By focusing on patient-centered approaches, Unity Health Toronto aims to drive advancements in healthcare and contribute to the well-being of the communities it serves.

Locations

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Patients applied

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Timeline

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