Clinical Trial: Effects of Nocturnal Non-invasive Ventilation in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Study Status: Completed
Recruit Status: Completed
Study Type: Interventional




Official Title: Effects of Early Intervention With Nocturnal Non-invasive Ventilation in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Randomized, Controlled Trial

Brief Summary:

Specific aims:

Aim 1. To determine the incidence of hypoventilation in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) patients.

Aim 2. To identify the clinical characteristics and risk factors associated .

Aim 3. To determine the effect of early intervention with nocturnal NIV on the prognosis of ALS patients.