PNEUMONIA

This study is testing how well a 20-valent pneumococcal vaccine works against pneumonia in adults aged 65 and older. Researchers will compare vaccinated and unvaccinated hospitalized patients with pneumonia to see if the vaccine reduces infections from seven specific bacterial st…

This study tests whether a single dose of an experimental immune cell therapy called agenT-797, given alongside standard care, can lower the risk of death in adults with severe pneumonia and breathing failure. About 90 people in intensive care will receive either agenT-797 or a p…

This early-stage trial tests whether high doses of inhaled nitric oxide gas are safe and potentially helpful for critically ill pneumonia patients on breathing machines. About 34 adults will receive either the gas or a sham treatment for 5 days. Researchers will monitor blood oxy…

This study tests whether awake patients with acute breathing failure who lie face down (prone positioning) for at least 10 hours a day for 3 days are less likely to need a breathing tube or die within 28 days, compared to standard care. The trial will include 342 intensive care u…

This study looks at whether a new approach can safely reduce antibiotic use in children aged 6 months to 18 years who have mild pneumonia and are sent home from the emergency room. About 700 children will take part. The goal is to give antibiotics only when truly needed, while st…

This study tests whether adding low-intensity laser therapy and breathing exercises to standard medical care can improve immune function in 40 children with Down syndrome who have pneumonia. One group gets laser therapy plus breathing training, while the other gets only breathing…

This large Phase 3 trial is testing many different treatments, including antiviral drugs and steroids, in 70,000 hospitalized patients with pneumonia (including COVID-19). The goal is to see which treatments reduce deaths and speed up recovery. Researchers compare each treatment …

This study tests a new drug called AV-001 in 120 hospitalized adults with pneumonia who need extra oxygen. The drug is given daily for up to 28 days alongside standard care. The goal is to see if it is safe and helps patients recover faster from pneumonia caused by COVID-19 or ot…

This trial is testing a new ventilator called INBENTUS VERSATILE in 81 adults who need help breathing. The study checks if the device is safe and works well for conditions like ARDS, pneumonia, and COPD. Participants will use the ventilator for 3 to 48 hours and be monitored unti…

This study looks at whether using higher pressure during noninvasive breathing support (a mask that helps you breathe) can help people with pneumonia or ARDS avoid needing a breathing tube. About 700 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either high or low pressure. The mai…

This study looks at whether children with medical complexity who have pneumonia can safely stop antibiotics sooner if they are clinically stable. Researchers will track how many families agree to the approach and monitor for worsening symptoms or return to the hospital. The goal …

This study looks at whether adding a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (rTMS) to standard swallowing therapy can reduce pneumonia in stroke patients who have trouble swallowing. About 70 adults aged 49-65 with moderate to severe swallowing problems after a stroke will be e…

This study tests whether a special filter (oXiris) is better than a standard filter (M100) for cleaning the blood in pneumonia patients whose kidneys have suddenly failed. About 60 adults will be enrolled to measure changes in inflammation levels, kidney function, and survival at…

This study is testing a device called Inflammacheck that measures chemicals in a person's breath to see if it can help tell the difference between lung cancer, other lung diseases, and healthy lungs. Researchers will collect breath samples from 140 adults and use AI to build a di…

This study is testing a new ultrasound measurement called the Lung Sliding Index (LSI) to see if it can help doctors tell apart different lung diseases, such as COPD, pneumonia, and pulmonary edema. Researchers will measure LSI in 700 adults with various lung conditions and healt…

This study aims to create a better way to diagnose pneumonia in older adults (65+) who come to the emergency department with suspected pneumonia. Researchers will observe 250 participants and test whether new biomarkers can improve diagnostic accuracy. The goal is to help doctors…

This study tests a non-invasive imaging method called electrical impedance tomography (EIT) to monitor lung function in 400 adults with lung diseases like COPD, asthma, or pneumonia. Unlike standard spirometry, which requires active blowing, EIT works even in patients who cannot …

This study is testing a new portable X-ray machine called Dynamic Digital Radiography (DDR) that takes 15 images per second to show how the lungs move and blood flows. Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital will use it on 230 ICU patients with various lung conditions to see …

This study checks how well standard devices measure blood flow in patients on ECMO, a machine that adds oxygen to blood outside the body. About 30 adults on ECMO will have their blood flow measured using different methods, including ultrasound and a leg-raising test. The goal is …

This study checks how well standard devices measure blood flow in 30 adults on ECMO, a machine that pumps and oxygenates blood outside the body. The goal is to see if these monitors give accurate readings during this special situation. Results could help doctors better manage flu…

This study tests whether intensive oral hygiene combined with antibiotics can prevent pneumonia in people who have had a brain hemorrhage. About 440 adults with small to medium bleeds will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or enhanced mouth care plus antibiotic…

This study compares two sedation methods for elderly ICU patients (65+) who need a breathing tube. One group gets a mix of propofol and ketamine, the other gets propofol alone. The goal is to see which causes fewer dangerous drops in blood pressure. The trial involves 41 particip…

This study tests whether adding a special breathing treatment called intrapulmonary percussive ventilation (IPV) to standard care helps patients with pneumonia who are on a breathing machine. About 96 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either standard therapy alone or st…

This study tests whether exposure to bright blue light can reduce inflammation and organ damage in people hospitalized with serious infections like pneumonia, infected joints, or abdominal infections. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either blue-enriched light or…

This study tests a special vest that vibrates to help loosen mucus in the lungs for people who have trouble coughing it up. About 45 hospitalized adults will use the vest and report how their breathing, cough, and mucus symptoms change. The goal is to see if this device is safe a…

This study tests a proprietary amino acid drink given twice daily for up to 4 days to older adults (60+) hospitalized with infections who have delirium. 20 participants get the drink, 20 get standard care, and 20 non-delirious controls are observed. The goal is to see if the drin…

This study aims to learn more about Hyper IgE syndrome, a rare immune disorder that causes skin and lung infections. Researchers will follow 600 patients and their relatives over time, examining their health and genetics. The goal is to better understand the disease and improve c…

This study looks at proteins in lung fluid from 750 people with pneumonia to find biomarkers that could reveal what's causing the lung inflammation. Participants undergo a standard bronchoscopy with lung washings, plus a blood draw. The goal is to better understand different type…

This study is observing 200 hospitalized adults with carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB) infections—a type of superbug—who are treated with the antibiotic sulbactam-durlobactam. Researchers will compare their outcomes to patients receiving other treatments to see …

This study looks at 60 adult male smokers under 65 who have both heart disease (acute coronary syndrome) and pneumonia along with COPD. Researchers want to see if certain blood markers (GDF-15, MR proADM, and Presepsin) change after getting a flu shot. The goal is to understand h…

This study aims to collect blood and saliva samples from 2000 adults who come to the emergency room with a suspected respiratory infection. Researchers will use these samples to better understand how the body responds to infections and to find new ways to diagnose and treat them.…

This study is testing a new type of MRI that uses xenon gas to see how well the lungs are working in people who have had a bone marrow transplant. Researchers will scan 25 transplant patients with or without lung problems, plus 10 healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if this MR…

This study is creating a repository of blood samples from 635 people with interstitial lung diseases (ILD), pneumonia, and healthy volunteers. Researchers hope these samples will help identify biomarkers to improve diagnosis and treatment. No experimental treatments are given; pa…

This pilot study tests whether sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) can be used safely as a contrast agent to map lung blood flow using electrical impedance tomography (EIT) in adults on breathing machines. Researchers will compare it to standard hypertonic saline in 41 ICU patients.…

This study looks at the types of germs and their resistance genes in 800 people with pneumonia. Researchers will compare severe and mild cases to understand which microbes and resistance patterns are most common. The goal is to improve how doctors diagnose and treat pneumonia, es…

This study looks at whether a new way of organizing hospital care, called an Acute Medical Unit, can help older adults with sudden illnesses like infections or COPD get better faster and spend fewer days in the hospital. Researchers will compare 220 patients who receive this new …

This study is collecting blood and other samples from 5,000 children and young adults (under 21) who are already taking certain medications as part of their regular care. The goal is to understand how these drugs move through and affect children's bodies, so doctors can prescribe…

This study looks at whether using lung ultrasound can help doctors avoid giving antibiotics to children who don't need them. About 659 children aged 3 to 10 with suspected pneumonia will be randomly assigned to get either standard care or care guided by lung ultrasound. The goal …

This study follows 800 adults admitted to the respiratory ICU with severe pneumonia. Researchers will collect data on symptoms, breathing support, and death rates to better understand the disease. No new treatments are tested; the goal is to gather information to guide future car…

This study is enrolling 4,000 adults in intensive care with ARDS, sepsis, or pneumonia. Researchers will collect blood, urine, and swab samples, plus track recovery for up to a year. The goal is to identify different patient subtypes and find clues that could lead to better treat…

This study looks at whether a special breathing therapy called OLE (Oscillatory Lung Expansion) helps ICU patients with pneumonia clear mucus from their lungs. Researchers will use a lung imaging tool (EIT) to see how well the therapy works. About 62 adults in the ICU will take p…

This study looks at how medical oxygen programs work in six countries across Africa and Asia. Researchers will interview policymakers, health workers, and others to find out what helps or hinders oxygen access. The goal is to improve national and global policies, not to test a ne…

This study tests whether computer-based decision support tools can help doctors reduce unnecessary antibiotic use in children with lower respiratory tract infections like pneumonia, bronchiolitis, and asthma flare-ups. Most of these infections are caused by viruses, not bacteria,…

This study reviews medical records of 350 adults who had surgery for esophageal cancer in France between 2017 and 2024. Researchers want to understand how often infections happen after surgery, what causes them, and how they affect recovery. The goal is to find ways to prevent th…

This study looks at whether scheduling automatic follow-up appointments after a child leaves the hospital is better than only seeing a doctor when needed. About 2,674 children hospitalized for pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin infections, or stomach bugs will take part. T…