Why ventilators can hurt older lungs
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at how mechanical ventilation affects the lungs of elderly people. Researchers will study lung tissue and blood samples from patients having surgery to find ways to prevent lung injury.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are having surgery with general anesthesia
- You are having a partial lung removal, or will be on a ventilator during surgery
- Your physical status is rated ASA 2 or 3
- You do not have chronic lung disease like asthma or COPD
- You have not smoked (if providing a blood sample)
- You are not taking immunotherapy or have HIV, hepatitis B, C, or D
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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