Could a simple breath test make anesthesia safer for kids?
NCT ID NCT03901599
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a new method to set breathing machines for 60 children under anesthesia. Instead of using standard formulas, doctors adjusted the machine based on real-time carbon dioxide measurements. The goal was to find the right air volume to keep children breathing safely. The results could help improve care for kids during surgery or in the ICU.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors set safer breathing machine settings for children during surgery or intensive care.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility study with only 60 children. It does not test long-term outcomes, so results may not change practice yet.
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Locations
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Pediatric anesthesia division, Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant, Hospices Civils de Lyon
Bron, 69500, France