Comparing non-invasive ventilation methods for heart surgery patients

Effects of Non-invasive Ventilation With Different Modalities in Patients Undergoing Heart Surgery: a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

Not applicable Interventional Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte · NCT05966337

This study is testing whether using CPAP or BIPAP helps heart surgery patients recover better than just standard care alone.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment62 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte Academic / other
Locations1 site (Campina Grande, PB)
Trial IDNCT05966337 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of different non-invasive ventilation modalities, specifically CPAP and BIPAP, in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. It is a randomized controlled trial where participants will be assigned to one of three groups: CPAP with usual care, BIPAP with usual care, or usual care alone. The study will take place at Hospital João XXIII in Brazil, and participants will be monitored postoperatively to assess the impact of these ventilation methods on recovery. The trial follows strict ethical guidelines and requires informed consent from all participants.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who are stable hemodynamically and undergoing cardiac surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with uncontrolled cardiac arrhythmias or significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve postoperative recovery and respiratory outcomes for heart surgery patients.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with non-invasive ventilation in similar patient populations, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: Patients undergoing cardiac surgery

* aged over 18 years
* stable from the hemodynamic point of view (controlled blood pressure, normocardic
* conscious and oriented and cooperative4
* without medical restrictions for carrying out the treatment

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of uncontrolled cardiac arrhythmias (Examples: total atrioventricular block, type 2 2nd degree atrioventricular block, atrial fibrillation, sustained ventricular tachycardia)
* previous neuromuscular disease
* labyrinthitis and some orthopedic/skeletal muscle restriction.
* Unstable angina, stage 3 SAH (SBP ≥ 180 mmHg and/or DBP ≥ 110 mmHg at rest), HR \> 120 bpm at rest, systemic arterial hypotension with clinical repercussions (SBP ≤ 90 mmHg and/or DBP ≤ 60 mmHg),(),
* aortic dissection.

Where this trial is running

Campina Grande, PB

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Cardiac Surgical ProceduresContinuous Positive Airway PressureBIPAP Biphasic Intermittent Positive Airway Pressure
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.