Abstract 2395: Respiratory Muscle Weakness in Acute Stroke Patients

Stroke ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 43 (suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ross Pollock ◽  
Ged Rafferty ◽  
John Moxham ◽  
Lalit Kalra
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Acute Stroke ◽  
Muscle Weakness ◽  
Respiratory Muscle ◽  
Mean Difference ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Strength ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Stroke Patients ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Weakness

Background: Increased frequency of chest infections in acute stroke patients may be the result of respiratory muscle weakness contributing to a weak cough and poor airway clearance. We undertook a systematic review of studies comparing respiratory muscle strength in acute stroke patients with age-matched controls. Method: A systematic review of literature was performed using the electronic databases Medline, EMBASE, ISI web of knowledge and the Scopus. The key words searched were stroke or cerebrovascular accident in combination with cough, inspiratory, expiratory or respiratory and strength or weakness. Studies were included if they compared stroke patients with age matched controls and measured maximum inspiratory or expiratory mouth pressure (PImax and PEmax) for inspiratory and expiratory muscle strength respectively. Results: The initial search identified 136 articles, 14 of which remained after screening for pre-defined inclusion criteria and removal of duplicates. Eleven were excluded after reviewing abstracts (5 did not assess muscle strength, 5 did not include healthy control group, 1 absolute values could not be obtained). A further study was identified from the reference lists of screened articles. The 4 studies that met inclusion criteria included 121 subjects. Mean PImax ranged from 75-99 cmH 2 O in controls and 37-74 cmH 2 O in stroke patients. (mean difference 41 cmH 2 O, 95% CI 54 to 29 cm H 2 O; P<0.0001). Mean PEmax ranged from 52-89 cm H 2 O in stroke patients and was also reduced compared with age matched controls (mean difference 55 cmH 2 O, 95% CI 61 to 48 cmH 2 O; P<0.0001). ( Fig 1 ). Conclusion: Individual studies and pooled data suggest that respiratory muscle strength is impaired in acute stroke patients. However, these studies are limited by small samples and design heterogeneity. Larger studies are needed to assess the relationship of respiratory muscle weakness with chest infections and clinical outcomes in the acute phase.

scholarly journals Respiratory Muscle Weakness as a Risk Factor for Pneumonia in Older People

Gerontology ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Tatsuma Okazaki ◽  
Yoshimi Suzukamo ◽  
Midori Miyatake ◽  
Riyo Komatsu ◽  
Masahiro Yaekashiwa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Older People ◽  
Serum Albumin ◽  
Muscle Mass ◽  
Muscle Weakness ◽  
Fat Mass ◽  
Respiratory Muscle ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Strength ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Weakness

Introduction: The respiratory muscle strength regulates the effectiveness of coughing, which clears the airways and protects people from pneumonia. Sarcopenia is an aging-related loss of muscle mass and function, the worsening of which is associated with malnutrition. The loss of respiratory and swallowing muscle strength occurs with aging, but its effect on pneumonia is unclear. This study aimed to determine the risks of respiratory muscle weakness on the onset and relapse of pneumonia in older people in conjunction with other muscle-related factors such as malnutrition. Methods: We conducted a longitudinal study with 47 pneumonia inpatients and 35 non-pneumonia controls aged 70 years and older. We evaluated the strength of respiratory and swallowing muscles, muscle mass, and malnutrition (assessed by serum albumin levels and somatic fat) during admission and confirmed pneumonia relapse within 6 months. The maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures determined the respiratory muscle strength. Swallowing muscle strength was evaluated by tongue pressure. Bioelectrical impedance analysis was used to evaluate the muscle and fat mass. Results: The respiratory muscle strength, body trunk muscle mass, serum albumin level, somatic fat mass, and tongue pressure were significantly lower in pneumonia patients than in controls. Risk factors for the onset of pneumonia were low inspiratory respiratory muscle strength (odds ratio [OR], 6.85; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.56–30.11), low body trunk muscle mass divided by height2 (OR, 6.86; 95% CI, 1.49–31.65), and low serum albumin level (OR, 5.46; 95% CI, 1.51–19.79). For the relapse of pneumonia, low somatic fat mass divided by height2 was a risk factor (OR, 20.10; 95% CI, 2.10–192.42). Discussion/Conclusions: Respiratory muscle weakness, lower body trunk muscle mass, and malnutrition were risk factors for the onset of pneumonia in older people. For the relapse of pneumonia, malnutrition was a risk factor.

scholarly journals Volitional assessment of respiratory muscle strength

2015 ◽  
Vol 77 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
J.W. Fitting
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Muscle Weakness ◽  
Respiratory Muscle ◽  
Neuromuscular Disorders ◽  
Ventilatory Support ◽  
Neuromuscular Diseases ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Strength ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Weakness ◽  
Complete Evaluation ◽  
Non Invasive

Respiratory muscle weakness may induce dyspnoea, secretion retention and respiratory failure. Assessing respiratory muscle strength is mandatory in neuromuscular diseases and in case of unexplained dyspnoea. A step by step approach is recommended, starting with simple volitional tests. Using spirometry, respiratory muscle weakness may be suspected on the basis of an abnormal flowvolume loop or a fall of supine vital capacity. When normal, maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures against a near complete occlusion exclude significant muscle weakness, but low values are more difficult to interpret. Sniff nasal inspiratory pressure is a useful alternative because it is easy and it eliminates the problem of air leaks around the mouthpiece in patients with neuromuscular disorders. The strength available for coughing is easily assessed by measuring peak cough flow. In most cases, these simple non invasive tests are sufficient to confirm or to eliminate significant respiratory muscle weakness and help the timely introduction of ventilatory support or assisted cough techniques. In a minority of patients, a more complete evaluation is necessary using non volitional tests like cervical magnetic stimulation of phrenic nerves.

Prognostic Significance of Hyponatremia in Acute Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 49 (5) ◽  
pp. 531-539
Author(s):  
Shogo Shima ◽  
Yasunari Niimi ◽  
Yosuke Moteki ◽  
Osamu Takahashi ◽  
Shinsuke Sato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Hospital Mortality ◽  
Hospital Stay ◽  
Acute Stroke ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Length Of Hospital Stay ◽  
Mean Difference ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Stroke Patients

<b><i>Objective:</i></b> Hyponatremia is a common electrolyte disorder in patients with stroke, which leads to various fatal complications. We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate the outcomes of acute stroke patients with hyponatremia. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library databases for relevant literature in English published up to March 2020. Two review authors independently screened and selected the studies by assessing the eligibility and validity based on the inclusion criteria. Mortality at 90 days was set as the primary end point, and in-hospital mortality and length of hospital stay were set as the secondary end points. We conducted the data synthesis and analyzed the outcomes by calculating the odds ratio (OR) and mean difference. <b><i>Results:</i></b> Of 835 studies, 15 studies met the inclusion criteria (<i>n</i> = 10,745). The prevalence rate of stroke patients with hyponatremia was 7.0–59.2%. They had significantly higher 90-day mortality (OR, 1.73; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.24–2.42) and longer length of hospital stay (mean difference, 10.68 days; 95% CI, 7.14–14.22) than patients without hyponatremia. Patients with hyponatremia had a higher tendency of in-hospital mortality than those without hyponatremia (OR, 1.61; 95% CI, 0.97–2.69). <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> The development of hyponatremia in the clinical course of stroke is associated with higher short-term mortality and a longer hospital stay. Although the causal relationship is unclear, hyponatremia could be a significant predictor of poor outcomes after stroke.

scholarly journals How Respiratory Muscle Strength Correlates with Cough Capacity in Patients with Respiratory Muscle Weakness

2010 ◽  
Vol 51 (3) ◽  
pp. 392 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jung Hyun Park ◽  
Seong-Woong Kang ◽  
Sang Chul Lee ◽  
Won Ah Choi ◽  
Dong Hyun Kim
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Muscle Weakness ◽  
Respiratory Muscle ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Strength ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Weakness

scholarly journals Flexible bronchoscopy may decrease respiratory muscle strength: premedicational midazolam in focus

2012 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Baykal Tulek ◽  
Fikret Kanat ◽  
Sule Tol ◽  
Mecit Suerdem
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Muscle Weakness ◽  
Respiratory Muscle ◽  
Patient Characteristics ◽  
Flexible Bronchoscopy ◽  
High Dose ◽  
Complication Rates ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Strength ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Weakness ◽  
Post Procedure

Background: Flexible bronchoscopy (FB) is a procedure accepted to be safe in general, with low complication rates reported. On the other hand, it is known that patients with pre-existing respiratory failure have developed hypoventilation following FB. In this study the effects of FB on respiratory muscle strength were investigated by measuring maximum respiratory pressures. Methods: One hundred and forty patients, aged between 25 and 90 years, who had undergone diagnostic bronchoscopy between February 2012 and May 2012, were recruited to the study. Pre- and post-procedure maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) and maximal expiratory pressure (MEP) were measured. A correlation between the MIP and MEP changes and patient characteristics and FB variables were investigated. Results: Significant decreases in both MIP and MEP values were observed following FB (p < 0.001 for both). Decreases were attributed to the midazolam used for sedation. Significant decreases in respiratory muscle strengths were observed especially in the high-dose midazolam group, compared to both low-dose and non-midazolam groups. Conclusions: It was determined that respiratory muscle weakness may arise post-procedure in patients who have undergone FB, and this is constitutively related to midazolam premedication. Respiratory muscle weakness might play a role in potential hypoventilation in critical patients who undergo FB.

scholarly journals Inspiratory muscle training improves respiratory muscle strength, functional capacity and quality of life in patients with chronic kidney disease: a systematic review

2017 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
pp. 76-83 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Irene Carlos de Medeiros ◽  
Helen Kerlen Bastos Fuzari ◽  
Catarina Rattesa ◽  
Daniella Cunha Brandão ◽  
Patrícia Érika de Melo Marinho
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Chronic Kidney Disease ◽  
Kidney Disease ◽  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Functional Capacity ◽  
Respiratory Muscle ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Strength ◽  
Muscle Training

Assessment of Peripheral and Respiratory Muscle Strength in ICU

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gerrard Rafferty ◽  
John Moxham
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Strength ◽  
Critically Ill ◽  
Muscle Weakness ◽  
Nerve Stimulation ◽  
Critically Ill Patients ◽  
Phrenic Nerve ◽  
Respiratory Muscle ◽  
Respiratory Muscle Strength ◽  
Phrenic Nerve Stimulation ◽  
Icu Patients

Skeletal muscle weakness affecting the respiratory and peripheral muscles is common in critically ill patients and can lead to difficulties in weaning, prolonged ICU admission, and significant morbidity in survivors. A number of techniques can be used to assess muscle strength. In the peripheral muscles, volitional techniques employing scoring systems or portable hand dynamometers are relatively simple and quick to use, requiring little or no specialist equipment. Such techniques can, however, only be applied to conscious and cooperative patients, preventing assessment of muscle weakness in many ICU patients. The volitional requirement also limits the ability to distinguish poor motivation and impaired cognition from true loss of muscle function. Non-volitional techniques involving motor nerve stimulation provide measures of muscle force production in non-cooperative patients but require specialist equipment. Normative data for comparative purposes are limited. Also, it is not clear which peripheral muscle best reflects generalized muscle weakness. Measurements of maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures are widely used to assess respiratory muscle strength in ICU patients and are applicable to patients who can make some respiratory effort. As with all tests requiring patient cooperation, reliability is limited. Phrenic nerve stimulation allows direct, non-volitional assessment of diaphragm and phrenic nerve function, and normative values for comparative purposes are available. Magnetic phrenic nerve stimulation is well tolerated, can be performed in the presence of vascular catheters, and is used to document respiratory muscle weakness and track progression in critically ill patients.

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