Virtual program aims to ease tough transition to home breathing machines

NCT ID NCT04180722

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

Summary

This study tested a virtual support program for 444 people starting home ventilation. The program used online tools to help patients and caregivers manage care at home. Researchers measured if it reduced emergency room visits and eased caregiver stress compared to usual care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

respiratory failure

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario

    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

  • Children's Hospital, London Health Sciences

    London, Ontario, N6A 5W9, Canada

  • London Health Sciences Center

    London, Ontario, Canada

  • McMaster Children's Hospital

    Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

  • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center

    Toronto, Ontario, Canada

  • The Hospital for Sick Children

    Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8, Canada

  • The Ottawa Hospital

    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

  • West Park Healthcare Centre

    York, Ontario, M6M 2J5, Canada