Which feeding strategy works best for ventilator patients?
NCT ID NCT00199641
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at two different ways to feed patients who are on mechanical ventilators. The goal was to see which method causes fewer problems like diarrhea, vomiting, or pneumonia. One hundred adult patients were enrolled, and researchers measured how much nutrition they actually received compared to what was planned.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
enteral nutrition
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help identify the best feeding method for patients on ventilators, reducing complications and improving nutrition delivery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 100 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It compares existing strategies, not a new treatment, so no breakthrough is expected.
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Locations
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Service de Réanimation
Angoulême, France
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Service de réanimation Polyvalente
Limoges, France