To assess the predictive value of the respiratory mode, automatic tube compensation, in the process of weaning from mechanical ventilation compared to another mode, namely pressure support ventilatio

Completed

• Conditions: Weaning from mechanical ventilation; Surgery

• Registration Number: ISRCTN16080446
• Lead Sponsor: Rabin Medical Center (Israel)

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2008-09-29
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2015

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 180

Inclusion Criteria

1. Age range 18 - 76 years, either sex, in the intensive care unit
2. Have required mechanical ventilation for greater than 24 hours
3. Meet criteria for weaning:
3.1. Improvement of the cause of respiratory failure
3.2. Oxygen saturation greater than 92% with a fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) of less than 50%
3.3. Stable neurological status (Glasgow Coma Score [GCS] greater than 8)
3.4. Require bronchial toilet less than twice in the 8 hours preceding the assessment
3.5. No need for vasoactive drugs
3.6. Receiving only minimal or no sedation
3.7. Body temperature greater than 36°C and less than 38°C
3.8. Level of pressure support less than 15 cm H2O with a positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) level of 8 cm H2O or less

Exclusion Criteria

Does not comply with the above inclusion criteria.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified