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Effect of Early Non-invasive Phrenic Nerve Stimulation on Weaning in Mechanically Ventilated Patients

Effect of Early Non-invasive Phrenic Nerve Stimulation on Weaning in Mechanically Ventilated Patients

Recruiting
18-80 years
All
Phase N/A

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Overview

the early application of non-invasive PNS in MV patients can increase the number of days without mechanical ventilation, delay disuse phrenic atrophy, and improve the strength of inspiratory muscle.

Description

A prospective randomized controlled study included 104 patients with MV who met inclusion criteria in multiple hospital ICU units and were randomly divided 1:1 into PNS and conventional groups. The PNS group received neuromuscular electrical stimulation in addition to routine airway management, early activity and respiratory muscle training. It was verified that early non-invasive PNS could increase the number of days without mechanical ventilation for 28 days, delay disused diaphragm atrophy and improve inspiratory muscle strength.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Age ≥18years and ≤80years;
  • MV time ≤48h;
  • MV duration is expected to be ≥72h;
  • The sternocleidomastoid region and pectoralis major region were completely exposed.
  • Patients or family members are willing to sign informed consent and participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • There are contraindications to PNS in vitro (Pneumothorax, active tuberculosis, pleural adhesions, installation of pacemakers and defibrillators, etc.);
  • Neuromuscular disease (myasthenia gravis, etc.) or known anatomical abnormalities of the diaphragm;
  • ECMO status;
  • Hemodynamic instability;
  • Uncorrected arrhythmias;
  • Be pregnant;
  • Clinical end-stage and palliative care patients.

Study details
    Mechanical Ventilation
    Weaning

NCT05629819

Bing Sun

14 October 2025

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