Study of a blood test in new severe breathing failure
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial looks at how a test might help evaluate adults who come to the emergency room with a brand-new, sudden breathing problem that needs high-flow oxygen. It may help doctors identify what’s going on faster and guide care in the early hours.
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Who can take part
- You’re older than 18 years
- You are admitted to the hospital after an emergency room visit
- Your breathing problem is new and sudden (not a long-standing issue)
- You need at least 5 liters per minute of oxygen to keep oxygen levels at 90% or higher
- You are not transferred from another hospital or clinic
- You can give consent (or your legal representative can)
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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