Pilot study explores best sedation approach for ventilator patients

NCT ID NCT02219659

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study tested three different ways to manage pain and sedation in 90 adults on breathing machines (mechanical ventilation) for acute respiratory failure. The goal was to see if these methods were practical and how they affected time in the ICU. Results help guide future research on improving care for critically ill patients.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Long Beach Memorial Medical Center

    Long Beach, California, 90806, United States

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