Finding the right sedation dose to ease breathing in acute respiratory failure
This study tests a way to adjust sedative medications for people who need breathing support. The goal is to find the right dose to reduce breathing effort and make you more comfortable while you recover.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old
- You must have low blood oxygen levels (this is often called acute respiratory failure)
- You must be experiencing at least one of these symptoms: shortness of breath, discomfort, rapid breathing, or pain that is moderate to severe
- You must be able to give written consent to join the study
- You cannot be pregnant, have certain chronic lung diseases (like COPD or asthma), or be in shock or have severe heart problems
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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