BridgeMD
New treatment option for Critical Care
Official title A Pilot Trial of Pressure Muscle Index-Targeted PSV Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06769360
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Pressure support ventilation (PSV) is one of the most frequently used ventilator modes in the intensive care unit (ICU). The successful implementation of PSV depends on matching the patient's inspiratory effort with the ventilator support.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- PSV initiated during the last 24 hours, whether transition from controlled modes or primary initiation;
- Mechanical ventilation expected to be required for at least 24-48 hours by responsible physicians;
- The partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood (PaO2)/inspired oxygen fraction (FiO2) ≤ 300 mmHg (measuring at clinical FiO2 and positive...
- No sedation or stable sedation with Richmond Agitation Sedation Scale (RASS) of -2 to +1 or Riker's Sedation-Agitation Scale (SAS) of 3 to 4.
You likely can't join if
- Age younger than 18 years old;
- Initiation of PSV before ICU admission;
- Duration of mechanical ventilation longer than 7 days before enrollment;
- History of neuromuscular diseases;
- Clinical suspicion of increased intracranial pressure;
- Presentation with pneumothorax and/or bronchopleural fistula;
See the full eligibility criteria
- PSV initiated during the last 24 hours, whether transition from controlled modes or primary initiation;
- Mechanical ventilation expected to be required for at least 24-48 hours by responsible physicians;
- The partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood (PaO2)/inspired oxygen fraction (FiO2) ≤ 300 mmHg (measuring at clinical FiO2 and positive end-expiratory pressure [PEEP]);
- No sedation or stable sedation with Richmond Agitation Sedation Scale (RASS) of -2 to +1 or Riker's Sedation-Agitation Scale (SAS) of 3 to 4.
- Age younger than 18 years old;
- Initiation of PSV before ICU admission;
- Duration of mechanical ventilation longer than 7 days before enrollment;
- History of neuromuscular diseases;
- Clinical suspicion of increased intracranial pressure;
- Presentation with pneumothorax and/or bronchopleural fistula;
- Extracorporeal support;
- Moribund conditions;
- Refusal by the ICU physicians or the patient.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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 Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
Explore other conditions
BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.