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The purpose of this study is to determine which humidification system is more effective in preventing pneumonia in mechanically ventilated patients. The study will compare a heat and moisture exchanger versus heated humidification.


Clinical Trial Description

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Study Design

Allocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Prevention


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NCT number NCT01546974
Study type Interventional
Source Hospital Sao Domingos
Contact JOSE R AZEVEDO, MD
Phone 55 98 32168110
Email jrazevedo@elo.com.br
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 4
Start date November 2011
Completion date February 2014

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