Study of breathing problems in people with liver scarring on a ventilator
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study looks at whether people with cirrhosis who are on a breathing machine have increased pressure in the belly and small unnoticed breathing mist (microaspiration). It may help doctors better monitor and prevent breathing complications while patients are being mechanically ventilated.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult (age 18 or older).
- You have cirrhosis, which means long-term liver scarring.
- You are currently intubated and on a mechanical ventilator (a breathing machine).
- You are not pregnant.
- Your urine output is not extremely low (not oliguric).
- The team can measure your bladder pressure through a catheter (intravesical pressure).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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