New belt could help obese patients breathe easier during surgery
NCT ID NCT06518239
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a special belt that uses electrical currents to measure lung function in 30 obese patients during laparoscopic surgery. The goal was to see if the belt could set the breathing machine pressure better than standard methods. The results may help improve breathing support and reduce complications for obese patients undergoing surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
EIT belt (electrical impedance tomography device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better breathing support during surgery for obese patients, reducing complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The device is experimental and may not outperform standard care.
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Locations
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University Hospital
Columbia, Missouri, 65212, United States