Breathing Machine's hidden effect on swallowing revealed in COPD study

NCT ID NCT01518075

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how breathing and swallowing interact in people with severe COPD who were in the hospital for a sudden worsening of their condition. Researchers wanted to see if using a non-invasive breathing machine (NIV) changes this interaction. Sixteen patients were observed with and without the machine to understand the effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Hospital, Caen

    Caen, 14000, France