New drug trial aims to cut deaths and breathing machine use in lung injury patients

NCT ID NCT07086755

First seen Nov 04, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tests a drug called vadadustat in 1,100 hospitalized adults with lung injury caused by infections like pneumonia. The goal is to see if the drug reduces deaths, shortens time on breathing machines, and lessens need for oxygen support. Participants must have nonintubated ARDS (not on a ventilator yet) and be treated in the hospital.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

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    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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