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Comparison of Two Tests in the Assessment of the Accuracy of Esophageal Pressure Variations Measurement During Mechanical Ventilation

NCT02036788 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 20

Last updated 2016-03-30

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Summary

Esophageal pressure measurement, obtained with the use of an esophageal balloon catheter, is fundamental to assess mechanical characteristics of the respiratory system during mechanical ventilation. The correct positioning of the catheter (usually at the medium third of the esophagus) is crucial for an accurate measurement of esophageal pressure. Usually the correct positioning of the catheter is verified with an occlusion test (If the patient is breathing spontaneously) or with thoraco-abdominal compressions (if the patient is sedated and paralyzed). Aim of this study is to compare the accuracy of these two methods at different PEEP and esophageal catheter positions.

Conditions

  • Esophageal Pressure Measurement

Interventions

OTHER

Occlusion test

Occlusion test to assess the correct positioning of esophageal balloon catheter when the patient is breathing spontaneously.

OTHER

Thoraco-abdominal compressions

Thoraco-abdominal compressions to assess the correct positioning of esophageal balloon catheter when the patient is sedated and paralyzed.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Policlinico Hospital

    lead OTHER

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
90 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2013-12-31
Primary Completion
2014-12-31
Completion
2015-09-30

Countries

  • Italy

Study Locations

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