Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
VCV vs PRVC in Pediatric Anesthesia; an EIT- and LS-based Study
Lead Sponsor:
Vittore Buzzi Children's Hospital
Conditions:
Atelectasis
Eligibility:
All Genders
3-10 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The primary objective of this study is to evaluate and compare the incidence and severity of intraoperative pulmonary atelectasis, measured by Lung Ultrasound Score (LUS) and EIT (Electrical Impedance...
Detailed Description
Background Mechanical ventilation is often required in pediatric anesthesia. However, the optimal intraoperative ventilatory strategy for pediatric patients remains a matter of debate, with no definit...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Patients requiring intraoperative mechanical ventilation via endotracheal intubation
- Written informed consent obtained from parents or legal guardians. For children capable of understanding, assent will also be obtained based on age and cognitive ability.
- ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) physical status I-II
Exclusion
- Patients with significant pre-existing lung disease (e.g., cystic fibrosis, severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia, severe uncontrolled asthma, neuromuscular disease with respiratory compromise).
- Patients with complex congenital heart disease or significant hemodynamic instability.
- Patients undergoing thoracic surgery or procedures that could significantly alter lung mechanics (e.g., pre-existing pneumothorax).
- Refusal of parents/guardians or patient to participate in the study.
- History of previous intrathoracic procedure.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
September 1 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
January 1 2026
Estimated Enrollment :
88 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT07182539
Start Date
September 1 2025
End Date
January 1 2026
Last Update
September 19 2025
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Vittore Buzzi Children's Hospital
Milan, Italy