Breath monitor could guide surgery care and cut organ failure
NCT ID NCT03852147
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether measuring a patient's exhaled gases during surgery can help doctors better manage fluids and medications. 350 adults having major abdominal, orthopedic, or vascular surgery were randomly assigned to standard care or care guided by the respiratory quotient. The goal was to see if this approach reduces organ failure and death within 30 days after surgery.
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Active substance
hemodynamic management algorithm using respiratory quotient measurement
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a better way to manage fluids and medications during major surgery, potentially reducing organ failure and complications.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, but results are not yet widely known. The approach adds complexity and may not improve outcomes over standard care.
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Amiens, 80054, France