Improving outcomes for patients recovering from breathing support
The Maximizing Extubation outcomes Through Educational and Organizational Research (METEOR) Trial
This study is looking to help patients who have been on breathing machines recover better by teaching doctors and nurses about helpful treatments after they come off the machines, like special oxygen support, to make sure they feel better and have fewer problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909905 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the recovery of patients who have been on mechanical ventilation due to acute respiratory failure. It aims to implement educational programs and clinical protocols to promote the use of effective post-extubation therapies, such as noninvasive ventilation and high-flow nasal cannula oxygen. By addressing barriers to the adoption of these therapies, the study seeks to improve patient outcomes and reduce complications after extubation. Patients will be monitored to assess the effectiveness of these interventions in real-world clinical settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who have experienced acute respiratory failure and require mechanical ventilation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing acute respiratory failure or those who are not candidates for mechanical ventilation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce complications and improve recovery rates for patients who have been on mechanical ventilation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar educational and implementation strategies in improving the use of respiratory therapies in critical care settings.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Girard, Timothy D — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Girard, Timothy D
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.