New breathing tube strategy aims to prevent lung collapse in ventilated patients
NCT ID NCT05526053
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two ways of taking patients off a mechanical ventilator to see which leads to more successful removals. One method used a standard breathing trial without extra pressure, while the other kept the lungs slightly inflated during the trial and removed the tube without suctioning. Over 1,700 adults on ventilators for more than 24 hours took part. The goal was to find out if preserving lung volume reduces breathing tube failure and lung collapse.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple change in how patients are taken off ventilators, reducing breathing tube failures and lung collapse.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage comparison of two techniques, not a new drug or device. Results may not apply to all patients or settings.
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Althaia Xarxa Assistencial
Manresa, Bacelona, 08243, Spain