Simple breath holds may help doctors avoid fluid overload after heart surgery
NCT ID NCT05957003
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two simple breathing maneuvers—briefly pausing the ventilator at different points—to see if they could predict whether a patient needs more fluids after heart surgery. 90 adults on ventilators after cardiac surgery were included. The goal was to find a reliable, non-invasive way to guide fluid treatment and prevent complications.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, these simple bedside tests could help doctors give the right amount of fluids to patients after heart surgery, avoiding fluid overload.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study focused on prediction accuracy, not a treatment. Results may not apply to all heart surgery patients or those with irregular heart function.
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Faculty of medicine, Tanta university
Tanta, El Gharbyia, 31111, Egypt