Lung vibration therapy for people on breathing machines with lung infection
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a device that delivers gentle vibrations to the lungs to help clear infection in people who are on a breathing machine. It may help improve oxygen levels and recovery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a lung infection (pneumonia) that started in the hospital, from the breathing machine, or in the community.
- Your oxygen level is low (ratio of oxygen in blood to oxygen given is 300 or less).
- You are currently on a breathing machine and will stay on it for at least the next 24 hours.
- You are receiving medicine to keep you calm and comfortable (sedation).
- A family member or legal representative can sign a consent form for you.
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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