New biomarker strategy aims to prevent failed breathing tube removals in ICU
NCT ID NCT05637099
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether repeated measurements of certain biomarkers during a spontaneous breathing trial can help predict which ICU patients will need to be re-intubated within 7 days. Researchers will follow 266 adults who have been on a ventilator for more than 48 hours and are ready to try breathing on their own. The goal is to improve decision-making and reduce complications from failed extubation.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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181 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2022
- Finished
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Apr 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
Adult patients admitted to the ICUs of the Erasmus MC, the Franciscus Gasthuis \& Vlietland, Groene Hart ziekenhuis, Amphia ziekenhuis, and OLVG, who are mechanically ventilated for more than 48 hours.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged ≥18 years * Mechanically ventilated for more than 48 hours * Fulfilling readiness-to wean criteria * Written informed consent from the patient or his/her legal representative Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with risk factors for laryngeal oedema and a negative cuff leak test (indicating upper airway obstruction with need for steroid treatment) * Planned replacement of the endotracheal tube for a tracheostomy * Terminal illness
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Erasmus MC
Rotterdam, South Holland, 3015 GD, Netherlands
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