Ultrasound test to predict fluid tolerance in ventilated patients
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether a simple ultrasound of the liver's portal vein can predict if a patient on a ventilator will tolerate extra fluids. It aims to help doctors avoid giving fluids that may not help or could harm.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must be on a breathing machine (ventilator) with a set breathing volume.
- Your doctor must be considering whether you need more fluids.
- You must have a clear ultrasound view of the portal vein in your liver.
- You cannot have liver cirrhosis, heart failure, irregular heartbeat, or certain other conditions.
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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