Smart ventilator adjusts breath support automatically for COPD patients
NCT ID NCT04848012
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a new type of breathing machine that automatically adjusts its settings to match each person's breathing in real time. Fifteen people with severe COPD who already use a ventilator at home tried the device for six weeks. The goal was to see if the smart ventilator helps them use the therapy longer and more comfortably compared to their usual machine.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Auto-titrating non-invasive ventilator
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could make nightly breathing therapy more comfortable and easier to stick with for people with severe COPD, potentially reducing hospital visits.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 15 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not improve adherence or could cause discomfort.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust
London, London, SE1 7EH, United Kingdom
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