Could adjusting lung pressure during spine surgery prevent dangerous blood pressure drops?

NCT ID NCT06378710

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

Summary

This study investigates whether using lower pressure on the lungs (PEEP) along with extra fluids can prevent blood pressure drops in patients undergoing spine surgery in the knee-chest position. The knee-chest position naturally lowers blood pressure, and standard protective lung ventilation may worsen this effect. Researchers will compare a low-PEEP approach with standard care in 84 adults to see which better maintains stable blood pressure during surgery.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to safer anesthesia practices for spine surgery, reducing dangerous drops in blood pressure.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study focused on monitoring, not treatment. Results may not apply to all patients or surgeries.

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Locations

  • CAEN University Hospital

    Caen, France