Guy's And St Thomas' Nhs Foundation Trust

This study tested a new type of breathing machine (ventilator) for people with severe COPD who already use one at home. The new machine automatically adjusts to each breath to improve comfort and support. 15 adults tried it for six weeks at home and during short hospital stays to…

This study looked at whether a new blood test (NuQ H3.1) can help doctors diagnose sepsis faster in adults admitted to intensive care with signs of infection. Researchers compared 34 sepsis patients to a group of surgical patients without infection. The goal was to see if the tes…

This study looked at how a stay in intensive care affects a person's ability to drive safely. It involved 40 adults who had been on a breathing machine for at least 3 days. Researchers used a driving assessment to find out what difficulties people face and whether the test is pra…

This study looked at whether the groove between the buttocks (intergluteal cleft) can help doctors locate the correct spot on the spine for giving anesthesia during childbirth. Researchers measured the distance from this groove to the actual spinal midline using ultrasound in 100…

This study looked at whether adults who had heart surgery can safely and effectively collect swabs from their chest wound at home to check for infection. 43 participants were given instructions and observed via video call while swabbing themselves or having a caregiver help. The …