Mechanical Ventilation vs. Manual Ventilation for Cardiac Patient Transport
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This is a clinical trial to compare the oxygenation and ventilation performance between manual ventilation and mechanical ventilation when transporting cardiac patients to the ICU.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Transport Ventilator Mechanical Ventilation, Portable Ventilator, Automatic Transport Ventilator for cardiac patient transport?
Research shows that using a transport ventilator during patient transport provides more consistent breathing support compared to manual ventilation, helping to maintain stable blood gas levels and reducing the risk of complications like respiratory alkalosis (a condition where the blood becomes too alkaline).12345
Is using a transport ventilator safe for patients during transport?
Transport ventilators are generally safe for patients during transport, as they provide reliable control of breathing without causing significant changes in blood gases or hemodynamic instability. Manual ventilation, on the other hand, can lead to issues like respiratory alkalosis and cardiac arrhythmias in some patients.12346
How does the treatment 'Transport Ventilator Mechanical Ventilation' differ from other treatments for cardiac patient transport?
Transport ventilators provide consistent and controlled ventilation during patient transport, unlike manual ventilation which can lead to issues like respiratory alkalosis (an imbalance in blood pH) and cardiac arrhythmias. This makes transport ventilators a more reliable option for maintaining stable respiratory conditions.12347
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults over 18 who need mechanical ventilation after cardiac surgery and are heading to the ICU. It's not for those extubated in the OR, with severe right ventricular dysfunction seen on echocardiography before surgery, or if they refuse to participate. Also excluded are patients needing mechanical circulatory support or therapy with certain inhaled drugs for blood vessel dilation.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants are transported to the ICU using either AMBU bag manual ventilation or Hamilton C1 ventilator to compare oxygenation, ventilation, and hemodynamics
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in left and right ventricular function, PaCO2, and P/F ratio before and after transport
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Transport Ventilator Mechanical Ventilation
Transport Ventilator Mechanical Ventilation is already approved in United States, European Union for the following indications:
- Emergency ventilation
- Transport of critically ill patients
- Cardiac patient transport
- Emergency ventilation
- Transport of critically ill patients
- Cardiac patient transport
- Respiratory distress
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Thomas Jefferson University
Lead Sponsor