Cancer
Developing Protocol for Strengthening the Inspiratory Muscles of Cancer Patients After a Procedure to Prevent Fluid Re-Accumulating in the Chest
This vital research will examine the feasibility of a respiratory training program in strengthening the inspiratory muscles in patients with malignant pleural effusion (MPE).
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Recruitment
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Lead investigator
- Dr Luke Garske
Experienced investigator
- Professor Ian Stewart
Technical title
Acceptability and Feasibility of an Individualised Inspiratory Muscle Threshold Load Training Protocol After Talc Pleurodesis for Malignant Pleural Effusion
About this research project
In patients where cancer is causing fluid to build up outside the lungs, doctors do surgical procedures to try to prevent the fluid building up and causing shortness of breath. This project will test whether a non-invasive method to strengthen the breathing muscles may be a practical method to prevent shortness of breath coming back after such surgical procedures. This will provide essential data indicating if cancer patients can tolerate such exercises and if they are effective in strengthening the breathing muscles, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes.
Research Objectives
Determine whether a 6-week respiratory muscle training program is a well-tolerated and acceptable intervention in patients with malignant pleural effusion who require talc pleurodesis.
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