Turning patients may improve breathing: new ICU study

NCT ID NCT07323472

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looks at how changing body position (lateralization) affects breathing effort and lung aeration in 30 critically ill adults on mechanical ventilation. Researchers will use special imaging and muscle sensors to measure changes. The goal is to gather knowledge to improve ICU care, not to test a new treatment.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Hospital Geral Otávio de Freitas - Secretaria de Saúde de Pernambuco

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    Recife, Pernamu, 50670-901, Brazil

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