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New treatment option for ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)
Official title Titration of Positive End-expiratory Pressure: Comparison Between Manual Thoracic or Abdominal Compression and Electrical Impedance Tomography
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07623590
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome are placed on mechanical ventilation, and the adjustment of ventilator parameters is an important step in their care, in particular positive expiratory pressure, applied at the end of breathing. The goal of this study is to learn if continuous anterior chest compression works as well as electrical impedance tomography for positive expiratory pressure titration.
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
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Moderate to severe ARDS according to the Berlin criteria
- Patient receiving sedation and continuous curarization
- Free and informed consent from the patient or their loved one
You likely can't join if
- ECMO
- Pneumothorax
- Chest trauma in the last 3 months
- Uncontrolled shock (noradrenaline \> 5 mg/h)
- Pregnant or breastfeeding woman
- Protected adult within the meaning of the law
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Moderate to severe ARDS according to the Berlin criteria
- Patient receiving sedation and continuous curarization
- Free and informed consent from the patient or their loved one
- ECMO
- Pneumothorax
- Chest trauma in the last 3 months
- Uncontrolled shock (noradrenaline \> 5 mg/h)
- Pregnant or breastfeeding woman
- Protected adult within the meaning of the law
- Lack of social security
- Patient under AME
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Créteil, France
- Lyon, 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 Créteil, France; Lyon, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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