Comparing methods to measure lung air distribution in ventilated patients
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests different ways to measure how air is distributed in the lungs of patients on a breathing machine (ventilator) as they are being weaned off. It may help doctors better understand lung function during recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are on a breathing machine (invasive mechanical ventilation) because of respiratory failure.
- You are in the weaning phase, meaning doctors are trying to reduce your ventilator support.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are not sedated or receiving neuromuscular blocking agents.
- You do not have a collapsed lung (pneumothorax) or active air leaks from the lungs.
- You are medically stable (not in shock or with unstable blood 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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