How breathing machine settings affect lungs in ARDS
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at how different settings on a breathing machine (ventilator) affect lung function in people with a serious lung condition called ARDS. It may help doctors choose better settings to protect your lungs.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must have been diagnosed with ARDS (a severe lung injury).
- You must be on a breathing machine in a specific mode (volume control) for at least 48 hours straight.
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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