Recruiting NA Atelectasis, Postoperative

Tests treatment safety and results for Atelectasis, Postoperative

Official title Physiological Effects and Safety of Continuous High-frequency Oscillatory Ventilation in ICU Patients

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06702813

What this study is testing

What it's testing
Atelectasis, hypoxemia, and ineffective sputum clearance are common problems in ICU patients. Continuous High-Frequency Oscillation (CHFO) is often considered to have a protective effect on the lungs.

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

Who can take part

Ages 18 to 80

You may be able to join if

  • Patients older than 18 and younger than 90 years;
  • Admitted to the ICU after December 1, 2024, who are alert, with a GCS of 15, normal comprehension, and able to communicate clearly through speech or...
  • Patients with atelectasis, who are receiving oxygen therapy, high-flow oxygen, or are on a ventilator via tracheostomy.
  • Signed informed consent for MetaNeb treatment.

You likely can't join if

  • Refusal to participate in the proposed study.
  • Age \< 10 years;
  • Pregnancy;
  • Significant hemodynamic instability defined as an increase of more than 20% in catecholamine doses in the last hour, despite optimization of blood...
  • Participation in another trial within 30 days prior to meeting eligibility criteria;
  • Severe chronic respiratory disease requiring long-term oxygen therapy or home mechanical ventilation;
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Patients older than 18 and younger than 90 years;
  • Admitted to the ICU after December 1, 2024, who are alert, with a GCS of 15, normal comprehension, and able to communicate clearly through speech or writing.
  • Patients with atelectasis, who are receiving oxygen therapy, high-flow oxygen, or are on a ventilator via tracheostomy.
  • Signed informed consent for MetaNeb treatment.
What rules you out
  • Refusal to participate in the proposed study.
  • Age \< 10 years;
  • Pregnancy;
  • Significant hemodynamic instability defined as an increase of more than 20% in catecholamine doses in the last hour, despite optimization of blood volume, for a target mean blood pressure between 65 and 75 mmHg.
  • Participation in another trial within 30 days prior to meeting eligibility criteria;
  • Severe chronic respiratory disease requiring long-term oxygen therapy or home mechanical ventilation;
  • Pneumothorax. With a clear tracheoesophageal fistula

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

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 months to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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