Intensive Care, Ventilator Lung
Conditions
Keywords
Mechanical ventilation
Brief summary
This study aims at assessing the respiratory mechanics of intubated patients in intensive care unit.
Interventions
Use of a nasogastric tube equipped with esophageal balloon to assess respiratory mechanics
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Age \> or = 18 years * Invasive mechanical ventilation on tracheal tube * Treatment with neuromuscular blocking agents * Nasogastric tube needed for enteral nutrition
Exclusion criteria
* Lack of free and informed consent * Pregnant or breastfeeding woman * Contra-indication to esophageal pressure measurement catheter
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Chest wall compliance measurement (mL/cmH2O) | 1 hour |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| lung compliance measurement (mL/cmH2O) | 1 hour |
| End expiratory lung volume (mL) | 1 hour |
Countries
France