Tailored breathing support may reduce lung injury in ECMO patients
NCT ID NCT07673250
First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether personalized ventilator settings can reduce lung injury in adults with severe respiratory failure who are on ECMO (a heart-lung machine). Researchers will use esophageal manometry or electrical impedance tomography to tailor the ventilator's positive pressure, compared to standard care. The goal is to see if this personalized approach lowers inflammation and improves lung mechanics.
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Active substance
Personalized Positive End-Expiratory Pressure (PEEP) via esophageal manometry or electrical impedance tomography
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could reduce lung injury and speed recovery for patients with severe respiratory failure on ECMO.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (62 participants) focused on biomarkers and mechanics, not yet proven to improve survival or long-term outcomes.
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UC San Diego Health Jacobs Medical Center
La Jolla, California, 92037, United States
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