New study aims to shorten ICU stays for breathing failure patients

NCT ID NCT06042621

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at a care approach called a time-limited trial (TLT) for ICU patients who need a breathing machine. Doctors, patients, and families agree to try treatments for a set time, then check if the patient is recovering. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce ICU stays and improve experiences for families and staff.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute respiratory failure Communication communication disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ACUTE RESPIRATORY FAILURE COMMUNICATION CRITICAL CARE DECISION MAKING LIFE-SUPPORTING TREATMENTS MECHANICAL VENTILATION PALLIATIVE CARE

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Locations

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
UnityPoint Health - Meriter Hospital

Madison, Wisconsin, 53715, United States
University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, Wisconsin, 53792, United States

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