New imaging technique could help ventilators cause less harm in trauma patients

NCT ID NCT07313644

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

Summary

This study tests whether a real-time lung imaging tool called electrical impedance tomography (EIT) can help doctors choose the best ventilator pressure for patients with lung injury after severe trauma or major surgery. The trial will compare EIT-guided pressure settings to the standard method in 80 intensive care patients. The goal is to improve oxygen levels and reduce complications like lung damage from the ventilator itself.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

electrical impedance tomography system (Enlight 2100)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a better way to set ventilator pressure for trauma or post-surgery patients with lung injury, potentially improving oxygen levels and reducing lung damage.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 80 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The technique requires special equipment and expertise, and may not improve outcomes significantly over standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute respiratory distress syndrome adult acute respiratory distress syndrome injury

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Center for Anesthesia and Surgical Intensive Care, Viet Duc University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Hanoi, 10000, Vietnam

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