Comparing two breathing support methods after ventilator removal
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to help people breathe after they come off a ventilator in the intensive care unit. It tests whether a special vest that helps with breathing (biphasic cuirass ventilation) works better than the standard mask-based breathing support.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 80 years old.
- You are currently in the intensive care unit on a breathing machine and are at high risk of needing extra support after the tube is removed.
- You are not pregnant and are not in prison.
- You do not have chest wall defects, diaphragm paralysis, or neuromuscular diseases.
- Your BMI is under 50 (less than about 350 pounds for most people).
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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