Heart function during breathing test in ICU patients
This study looks at how the heart handles a common breathing test used when removing patients from a ventilator. It focuses on people at risk of fluid buildup in the lungs, like older adults or those with heart or lung conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been on a breathing machine in the ICU for more than 48 hours
- Your doctor is planning a first breathing test to see if you can breathe on your own
- You are at risk for lung fluid buildup because you are over 65, or have heart disease, chronic lung disease, or obesity
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and are not in a situation where legal restrictions apply
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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