Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 99

Improving non-invasive ventilation for patients with acute respiratory failure

Official title: Improving Non Invasive Ventilation

Run by Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele · NCT01571986 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how well non-invasive ventilation works for people with acute respiratory failure to help improve their treatment.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 99 Years
SexAll
Enrollment750 (estimated)
SponsorUniversità Vita-Salute San Raffaele
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Milan)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 2012
Main results expectedMay 2026
Study endsMay 2026
Registry record updatedJuly 1, 2025
Trial IDNCT01571986 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients currently receiving non-invasive ventilation for acute respiratory failure.

Probably not a fit

Patients who refuse informed consent will not benefit from this study.

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 aims to enhance understanding of non-invasive ventilation (NIV) in patients experiencing acute respiratory failure. It will collect data on patient compliance, treatment efficacy, and imaging results for individuals already receiving NIV as part of their standard care. The study is conducted at a single center, focusing on gathering real-world evidence to inform future practices in managing respiratory failure.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for patients with acute respiratory failure using non-invasive ventilation.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on non-invasive ventilation, this specific observational approach to improve knowledge and compliance is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* treatment with non-invasive ventilation
* informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* refusal of informed consent

Where it's running

  • Ospedale San Raffaele di Milano
    Milan, Italy
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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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.
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