Ultrasound-Guided breathing support tested for chest injuries

NCT ID NCT06072339

Terminated Symptom relief Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether using lung ultrasound to adjust ventilator pressure could improve oxygen levels in people with blunt chest trauma. Nineteen adults with rib fractures or lung bruises who needed breathing support were enrolled. The trial was terminated early, so the findings are limited.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: lung ultrasound guidance for ventilator settings
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could help doctors set ventilator pressure more precisely for chest trauma patients, potentially improving oxygen levels.
What could go wrong: The trial was terminated early with only 19 participants, so results are very limited. The technique may not work better than standard care and requires skilled ultrasound operators.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute respiratory failure Thoracic Injuries

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

NON INVASIVE VENTILATION THORACIC INJURIES

Contacts and locations

Locations

UH of Montpellier

Montpellier, Montpellier, 34295, France

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