Breathing support during surgery to lower lung risks
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether giving gentle breathing support before and during major abdominal surgery can help prevent lung complications after the operation. It is for adults at medium to high risk for breathing problems after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 90 years old
- Your physical health status is classified as ASA I, II, or III
- You are scheduled for a major abdominal surgery that is not an emergency
- You will be under general anesthesia with a breathing tube placed in your airway
- Your ARISCAT score is 45 or higher, meaning you have a higher risk of lung problems after surgery
- Your surgery is expected to last 2 hours or more
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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