New ultrasound method may better predict when COPD patients can breathe on their own

NCT ID NCT07590362

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at 100 COPD patients on breathing machines to see if a new ultrasound-based method (D-RSBI) is better than the standard method (RSBI) at predicting when they can safely breathe on their own. Researchers will measure both methods during a breathing trial and check if patients stay off the machine for 72 hours. The goal is to improve weaning success and reduce failed extubations.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors more accurately decide when to remove breathing tubes in COPD patients, reducing complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early observational study (100 people) that only measures prediction accuracy, not a treatment. Results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sohag University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Sohag, Sohag Governorate, 82524, Egypt

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