Examining air quality in the ICU and its effects on patient outcomes

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the relationship between air quality in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and clinical outcomes for critically ill patients. It focuses on how air pollution, particularly small particulate matter, may influence cardiovascular health and the risk of hospital-acquired infections. By measuring air quality parameters, the study aims to identify potential adverse effects on patients, especially those with underlying heart conditions or the elderly. The findings could provide insights into improving ICU environments to enhance patient care.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age greater than 18 years old
2. The subject or their family members fully understand the patient's instructions and sign an informed consent form

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Expected ICU hospitalization days are less than 2 days
2. Pregnant women

Where it's running

• First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine
  Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China Recruiting
• Taizhou Hospital of Zhejiang Province affiliated to Wenzhou Medical University
  Taizhou, China Recruiting
• The First People's Hospital of Pinghu
  Pinghu, China Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Lingtong Huang — First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University
• Study coordinator: Lingtong Huang
• Email: lingtonghuang@zju.edu.cn
• Phone: 057187216733

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.