Observing exhaled nitric oxide levels in ICU patients with respiratory failure

An Observational Study of Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide Concentration in Patients With Advanced Respiratory Support

Observational Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital · NCT06680895

This study looks at the levels of a gas called nitric oxide in the breath of ICU patients with breathing problems to see how it changes over time and how it relates to their treatment.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorShanghai Zhongshan Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
Trial IDNCT06680895 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to compare the concentration of exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) in patients with varying severity of respiratory failure in the ICU. It will monitor changes in FeNO levels over time in patients receiving mechanical ventilation and explore the relationship between these levels and pulmonary blood flow. Additionally, the study will assess how patients with different FeNO concentrations respond to inhaled nitric oxide therapy. The methodology involves measuring FeNO in adult patients who are on mechanical ventilation for more than 24 hours.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adult patients aged 18 and older who are on mechanical ventilation or advanced respiratory support in the ICU.

Not a fit: Patients who have used NO-containing drugs or anti-inflammatory medications within 6 hours prior to the first FeNO measurement may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of respiratory failure management and improve therapeutic strategies for patients in the ICU.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is observational, similar studies have shown promise in understanding nitric oxide's role in respiratory conditions, suggesting potential for valuable insights.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Adult patients (≥18 years of age) with mechanical ventilation or advanced respiratory support in the ICU, regardless of gender;
2. The expected mechanical ventilation time of tracheal intubation is more than 24 hours;
3. The initial ventilator Settings of clinical routine were adopted: oxygen fraction (FIO2) = 50%, respiratory rate = 15/min, positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) = 5 cmH2O, tidal volume = 6-8 ml/kg ideal body weight (IBW), inspiration-exhalation ratio =1:2;
4. Agree to participate in this experiment and sign the informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* 1.Use of any NO-containing drugs (such as nitroglycerin), anti-inflammatory drugs, or drugs or means that affect the airway diameter within 6 hours before the first FeNO measurement; 2. Participating in other clinical research projects; 3. Patients deemed unsuitable by the investigators.

Where this trial is running

Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality

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 Compare the Concentration of Exhaled Nitric Oxide in Patients With Different Severity of RF
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.