This single-center observational study aims to assess the effects of continuous high-frequency oscillation (CHFO) and continuous positive expiratory pressure (CPEP) therapy on lung recruitment using electrical impedance tomography (EIT) in spontaneously breathing patients admitted to the intensive care unit.
Patients who require pulmonary expansion and airway clearing as per clinical indication
Patients who provide valid informed consent according to local regulations
PaO2/FiO2 < 200 mmHg at inclusion
Patient on the Airway Care Score (ACS) < 7
Refuse to participate
Age < 18 years
Hemodynamic instability, defined as systolic arterial pressure < 90 mmHg or mean pressure < 60 mmHg
Contraindication to using an EIT (i.e., pacemaker or defibrillator)
University of Genova
Lead sponsor
Denise Battaglini
Collaborator