Impact of Non-invasive Ventilation on Mortality in Elderly Patients with Cardiogenic Pulmonary Edema

Cardiogenic Acute Pulmonary Edema in Subjects Over 75 Years Old: Impact of Non-invasive Ventilation on Mortality

Observational University Hospital, Strasbourg, France · NCT06107257

This study is testing if using non-invasive ventilation can help older patients with heart-related lung fluid build-up live longer compared to standard treatment alone.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages76 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Strasbourg, France Academic / other
Locations1 site (Strasbourg)
Trial IDNCT06107257 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the effect of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) on mortality rates in patients over 75 years old diagnosed with cardiogenic acute pulmonary edema (APO) who are admitted to the emergency room. The study will compare outcomes between those receiving NIV and those receiving standard medical treatment alone. By focusing on this elderly population, the research seeks to clarify the potential benefits of NIV in improving survival rates and clinical outcomes. The study will track participants for up to six months post-admission to evaluate mortality impacts.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 75 years old who are admitted to the emergency room with a diagnosis of cardiogenic acute pulmonary edema.

Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those with respiratory distress due to pneumonia or other diagnoses, or those with contraindications to non-invasive ventilation.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide evidence supporting the use of non-invasive ventilation to improve survival rates in elderly patients with cardiogenic pulmonary edema.

How similar studies have performed: While the effectiveness of non-invasive ventilation in managing acute pulmonary edema has been established, the specific impact on mortality in elderly patients remains less defined, indicating this study may explore a novel area.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Adult subject (\> 75 years old)
* Admission to the NHC emergency room between January 1, 2021 and October 31, 2021
* Diagnosis of cardiogenic PAO
* Indication of NIV according to current recommendations
* Subject not opposing the reuse of their data for scientific research purposes.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Subject having expressed his opposition to the reuse of his data for scientific research purposes.
* Presence of an absolute contraindication to NIV
* Respiratory distress due to pneumonia or other diagnosis
* RT-PCR Sars Cov 2 positive in emergency

Where this trial is running

Strasbourg

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 Cardiogenic Pulmonary EdemaAcute pulmonary edemaNon-invasive ventilation
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