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Effect of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure on Fluid Absorption Among Patients With Pleural Effusion Due to Tuberculosis
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating CPAP for Tuberculosis and Pleural Effusion. Completed, enrolled 20 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Tuberculosis (TB) remains as an important public health problem worldwide. Pleural tuberculosis is the most prevalent form of extrapulmonary presentation in immunocompetent patients. The volume of effusion in the pleural space of patients with pleural TB may cause complications like restrictive ventilator lung functional disturb and/or pleural thickening. The respiratory physiotherapy can be adjuvant on treatment of pleural effusion tuberculosis throughout of various treatment technique. The Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is utilized in various pathologic, this improves lung mechanics by recruiting atelectatic alveoli, improving pulmonary compliance, and reducing the work of breathing. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of CPAP on fluid absorption among patients with pleural effusion due tuberculosis.
Study Details
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Interventions
Frequency of three times a week, using a positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) of 10 mmH2O for 30 minutes for four weeks.