Compares treatment options for Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)
Official title Effect of Coughing Exercises Versus Incentive Spirometry on Respiratory Function and Recovery in Children After Cardiac Surgery.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07405333
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study examines the effects of coughing exercises and incentive spirometry (IS) on lung function and recovery in children who undergo heart surgery. The main goals are to see: How coughing exercises and IS affect breathing and lung function after surgery?
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Who can take part
Ages 6 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Inclusion Crit
- Children aged 6 to 18 years scheduled for elective cardiac surgery.
- Postoperative extubation within 24 hours and judged clinically stable to begin respiratory therapy.
- Hemodynamically stable.
You likely can't join if
- Pre-existing moderate-to-severe chronic lung disease requiring baseline oxygen therapy.
- Neuromuscular disorders significantly impairing cough/inspiratory effort.
- Emergency surgery, ongoing major bleeding.
- Prolonged mechanical ventilation \>72 hours or tracheostomy on admission.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq
- Karbala, Karbala Governorate, Iraq
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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How long does this study last?
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Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 6 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq; Karbala, Karbala Governorate, Iraq. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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