Could a simple mask help cancer patients avoid breathing tubes?
NCT ID NCT02464696
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study tests whether using a mask to deliver pressurized oxygen (non-invasive ventilation) can help cancer patients with respiratory failure breathe better and avoid needing a breathing tube. About 256 adults with cancer and low oxygen levels will be randomly assigned to receive either the mask or standard oxygen through nasal prongs. The goal is to see which method reduces shortness of breath and the need for intubation.
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
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