Study tests best ventilator settings for laparoscopic surgery patients

NCT ID NCT06625099

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

Summary

This study looked at 101 patients having laparoscopic (keyhole) abdominal surgery to compare two different levels of positive pressure used by the breathing machine. One group got a standard low pressure, the other got an 'optimum' pressure tailored to their lungs. The goal was to see which setting led to better oxygen levels and less strain on the lungs. The study is already completed, and the results may help guide future ventilator use during surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) levels during mechanical ventilation

What this could lead to

If it works, this could help doctors choose the best ventilator settings during laparoscopic surgery to improve patient breathing and reduce lung strain.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study focused on short-term measurements during surgery, not long-term outcomes. Results may not apply to all patients or surgeries.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kocaeli City Hospital

    Kocaeli, Izmıt, 41100, Turkey (Türkiye)