Recruiting NA Focal Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

New treatment option for Focal Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Official title Ventilatory Strategy Based on Ultrasound Lung Morphology in Patients With Focal ARDS

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04966624

What this study is testing

What it's testing
ARDS is characterized by a diffuse, bilateral, extensive alveolar-interstitial infiltrate related to damage to the alveolar membrane. Studies of lung morphology assessed by CT scan have shown 2 types of ARDS.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 and older

You may be able to join if

  • person who has given oral consent or has been included in an emergency
  • Older than 18 years
  • On mechanical ventilation for less than 24 hours
  • Diagnosis of ARDS for less than 24 hours. ARDS according to the Berlin classification: i.e. arterial oxygen pressure to inspired oxygen fraction...
  • Focal ARDS determined on pulmonary ultrasound

You likely can't join if

  • person who is not a beneficiary of national health insurance
  • person who is subject to a legal measure of protection (curatorship, guardianship)
  • pregnant or breastfeeding women
  • minor
  • Patient having benefited from an invasive mechanical ventilation of more than one week in the previous month;
  • ARDS in the previous month;
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • person who has given oral consent or has been included in an emergency
  • Older than 18 years
  • On mechanical ventilation for less than 24 hours
  • Diagnosis of ARDS for less than 24 hours. ARDS according to the Berlin classification: i.e. arterial oxygen pressure to inspired oxygen fraction ratio less than or equal to 300, with a PEEP greater than or equal to 5...
  • Focal ARDS determined on pulmonary ultrasound
What rules you out
  • person who is not a beneficiary of national health insurance
  • person who is subject to a legal measure of protection (curatorship, guardianship)
  • pregnant or breastfeeding women
  • minor
  • Patient having benefited from an invasive mechanical ventilation of more than one week in the previous month;
  • ARDS in the previous month;
  • Chronic respiratory failure under NIV or long term oxygen;
  • Severe acute asthma;
  • Lobectomy;
  • Pneumothorax;
  • Pneumomediastinum;
  • Pulmonary fibrosis;
  • Morbid obesity with a BMI above 40 ;
  • Cancer with metastasis;
  • Bone marrow transplantation;
  • Chemotherapy-induced neutropenia;
  • Cirrhosis with a Child-Pugh score of C;
  • Suspected or confirmed intracranial hypertension;
  • Concurrent participation in another ARDS study;
  • Extensive burns on the torso.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Dijon, France

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Dijon, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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