Ultrasound to improve lung opening in obese patients on breathing machines
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether using ultrasound at the bedside can help doctors better open collapsed lungs in obese patients who are on a breathing machine. The goal is to find the best way to adjust the machine to improve oxygen levels safely.
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Who can take part
- You are over 18 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 33 or higher.
- You are on a breathing machine (intubated) and expected to need it for at least 6 hours.
- Your blood pressure is stable enough without needing strong medicines to raise it.
- Your oxygen level is at least 85% with the current machine settings.
- You can give permission for the study, or a family member can do it 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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