Helmet vs. mask vs. oxygen: which keeps patients off breathing tubes?
NCT ID NCT05089695
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests three ways to help patients with severe low oxygen levels breathe better without needing a breathing tube. About 1,200 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either a helmet mask that pushes air, a helmet mask that keeps airways open, or high-flow oxygen through the nose. The goal is to see which method reduces the need for a breathing tube and helps patients recover faster.
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Gemelli
RECRUITINGRome, Italy
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