Ultrasound and Respiratory Physiological Signals in Lung Diseases

Launched by FONDAZIONE POLICLINICO UNIVERSITARIO AGOSTINO GEMELLI IRCCS · Sep 28, 2023

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This clinical trial is studying how ultrasound technology can help evaluate lung diseases, specifically looking at conditions like interstitial lung disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other related lung issues. Researchers want to better understand how ultrasound images can show changes in the lungs, especially in areas that are still filled with air, and how certain patterns in these images can indicate health problems.

To participate in the trial, you need to be an inpatient with a serious lung condition that is currently worsening or an outpatient with stable emphysema or COPD. You should also be able to provide your written consent to join. Participants will undergo ultrasound examinations, and while this procedure is non-invasive and generally safe, it’s important to note that individuals with certain skin allergies, severe skin conditions, or other specific medical devices may not be eligible. Overall, the trial aims to improve our understanding of lung health and how ultrasound can be used as a valuable tool in diagnosing lung diseases.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • inpatients admitted to the hospital due to diffuse interstitial lung diseases during exacerbation OR infectious interstitial pneumonia not caused by SARS-CoV-2 OR acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
• • Outpatients with pulmonary paraseptal and/or panlobular emphysema and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease during stable phase.
• • Patients able to give written informed consent.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • history of skin irritation, redness, itching or allergic cutaneous symptoms.
• • Allergic reactions to adhesives or hydrogels.
• • Family history of adhesive skin allergies.
• • Presence of severe skin conditions such as wounds, burns or on any damaged skin.
• • Presence of strong magnetic fields in the study setting.
• • Presence of electromagnetic disturbances or significant ionizing radiation sources which might lead to signal artifacts.
• • Use of external cardiac defibrillators.
• • Use of diaphragmatic pacers.
• • Use of extra cardiac stimulators.
• • Pregnancy.
• • Pediatric population.