Comparing breathing support methods for ARDS patients
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares two breathing support methods (APRV and BiPAP) to see which helps people with ARDS (a severe lung condition) breathe better. Participation may help find a more effective approach for recovery.
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Who can take part
- Must be diagnosed with ARDS (a severe lung condition that causes breathing failure).
- Must have been on a breathing machine (ventilator) for less than 48 hours.
- Must be between the ages of 18 and 65.
- Must not have a long-term lung condition (like COPD or pulmonary fibrosis), a heart condition (like rheumatic or ischemic heart disease), or a history of lung damage from pressure (barotrauma).
- Must not have increased pressure in the brain, a history of cancer, or be on immunosuppressive drugs.
- Must not be pregnant or have a condition that affects the nerves and muscles.
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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