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Tests treatment safety and results for VAP - Ventilator Associated Pneumonia
Official title Efficiency and Safety of the Prolonged Use of Heat and Moisture Exchangers in ICU
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06410664
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- FILTRex is a single-centre, controlled, randomised, prospective, non-inferiority clinical trial to compare the efficiency and safety of prolonged (72-hours) versus standard (24-hours) duration of use for Heat and Moisture Exchange (HME) filters in adult mechanically ventilated critically ill patients
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥18 years
- In-patient in ICU and expected to stay \> 3 days
- Mechanical ventilation or imminent need of it; predicted length of mechanical ventilation ≥ 72h
- Clinical Pulmonary Infection score (CPIS) less than six at the baseline 5 No history and symptoms of aspiration at the baseline
You likely can't join if
- Suspected pulmonary infection on admission and in the first 48 hours of mechanical ventilation
- Pregnancy
- Acute respiratory distress syndrome
- Body temperature \< 32°C
- Airway bleeding or other contraindications for the use of HME
- An early decision of treatment withdrawal
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Prague, Česká Republika, Czechia
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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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 Prague, Česká Republika, Czechia. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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