Clinical trial for Intensive Care Unit ICU
Official title The Effects of Endotracheal Suctioning on Pain and Serum Markers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06692400
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out if suctioning the breathing tube increases pain levels and raises certain blood markers that show the body is under stress or lacking oxygen.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for adult patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) who are on a ventilator and need their airways cleared.
- What's involved
- Participants will have their pain levels checked before and after the suctioning procedure. Researchers will also take small blood samples from an existing line to test for specific stress markers.
- Time commitment
- The study involves short-term measurements taken at three specific times around the suctioning procedure.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adults (aged 18 years and older)
- Current diagnosis of flu, pneumonia, COVID, or sepsis
- Intubated and receiving mechanical ventilation.
- Have arterial lines placed
- Require endotracheal suctioning as part of their care
You likely can't join if
- Patients receiving neuromuscular blocking agents
- Contraindications for blood draws (hemoglobin levels below 8.0 g/dL; Jehovah's Witness)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Loma Linda, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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How long does this study last?
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Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Loma Linda, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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