Prevalence, Determinants and Consequences of Dyspnea During Weaning in Critically Ill Obese Patients
Recruiting
Observational Study
Obesity
Obesity With Complications
Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation in Care Unit
Dyspnea
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 80 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · Other
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About This Trial
ICU patients encounter numerous discomforts, with dyspnea (the sensation of breathlessness) being among the most distressing and impactful. Unlike pain, dyspnea in ICU settings has historically received limited attention, despite its severe psychological impact. ICU clinicians often use assessment tools like the simple numerical dyspnea scale (Dyspnea-VAS) and the Respiratory Distress Observation …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients placed on mechanical ventilation for at least 48 hours
* On spontaneous ventilation mode with inspiratory support (only possible ventilation mode during ventilation weaning) allowing a tidal volume \> 6 mL/kg and a positive end-expiratory pressure set by the attending…
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