Calming drug may keep troubled COPD patients off ventilators

NCT ID NCT06567587

First seen Jan 21, 2026 · Last updated May 04, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study tested whether dexmedetomidine, a drug that calms agitation, can help COPD patients with psychosis who are already using a non-invasive breathing mask. The goal was to see if it could prevent them from needing a breathing tube. The study included 70 adults aged 18-60 with severe COPD and agitation.

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Locations

  • Tanta

    Tanta, Tanta, 0020, Egypt

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