Breathing treatments for patients on ventilators
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests two breathing treatments—ventilator hyperinflation and chest vibration—to see which works better for clearing mucus and improving lung function in people who have been on a breathing machine for 2 to 7 days.
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Who can take part
- You must be on a breathing machine (ventilator) for at least 48 hours and up to 7 days.
- Your age must be between 35 and 55 years old.
- Your blood pressure and oxygen levels must be stable (check with your doctor).
- You cannot have a collapsed lung, bleeding in the chest, or other serious lung problems.
- You must not have lung cancer or a recent broken rib.
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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