Investigating the impact of renal therapy on carbon dioxide removal efficiency

The Effect of Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy on the Efficiency of Extracorporeal CO2 Removal

Observational Southeast University, China · NCT05989971

This study tests how two types of kidney treatments can help remove carbon dioxide more effectively in patients with breathing problems.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment10 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
SponsorSoutheast University, China Academic / other
Locations1 site (Nanjing, Jiangsu)
Trial IDNCT05989971 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study examines how continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) affects the efficiency of extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal (ECCO2R) in patients with respiratory failure and hypercapnia. It focuses on two methods of CRRT: continuous veno-venous hemofiltration (CVVH) and continuous veno-venous hemodialysis (CVVHD). The research aims to understand how the bicarbonate concentration changes during these processes influence CO2 clearance efficiency in an in vitro setting. By analyzing these interactions, the study seeks to optimize treatment strategies for patients requiring ECCO2R.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 85 who are undergoing extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal combined with continuous renal replacement therapy.

Not a fit: Patients with severe hemodynamic instability or significant electrolyte deficiencies may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the effectiveness of CO2 removal in patients with respiratory failure, potentially improving their clinical outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have not been widely reported, indicating that this may be a novel investigation.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Using Extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal combined with continuous renal replacement therapy
* 18 years ≤ age ≤ 85 years;

Exclusion Criteria:

* Severe hemodynamic instability (increased dosage of vasoactive drugs or MAP ≤ 65mmHg within two hours);
* Severe electrolyte deficiency (including severe hyponatremia (blood sodium\<130mmol/L) and hypokalemia (blood potassium\<3.0mmol/L));
* Participate in other intervention studies within 30 days;
* Do not consent this research

Where this trial is running

Nanjing, Jiangsu

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 Respiratory Failure With Hypercapnia
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