New breathing device could help COPD patients who Can't use standard machines

NCT ID NCT04840706

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a high-flow nasal cannula (Airvo) could help people with stable COPD who have high carbon dioxide levels and cannot use standard breathing machines. The goal was to see if it could lower carbon dioxide and reduce flare-ups over one year. Only 3 people enrolled before the study was stopped early.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for COPD are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Turku University Hospital

    Turku, 20521, Finland

Conditions

Explore the condition pages connected to this study.