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Comparison of Ventilator Versus Traditional Measurement Methods of Rapid Shallow Breathing Index for Predicting Extubation Success
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital
Summary
The Rapid Shallow Breathing Index (RSBI) (respiratory rate f / tidal volume VT) is a crucial indicator for predicting whether a patient can successfully wean off mechanical ventilation. This study aims to explore the clinical value of measuring RSBI using different methods in predicting successful extubation. Study Methods: A prospective study was conducted in the medical and surgical intensive care units of a teaching hospital. Data were collected from patients who required intubation and mechanical ventilation due to respiratory failure from August 2024 to July 2026. The RSBI measured under different ventilator settings was compared with the traditional standard hand-held Wright spirometer measurement. The ventilator measurement methods were divided into three categories: PSV 5 cmH2O with PEEP 5 cmH2O, CPAP 5 cmH2O, and CPAP 0 cmH2O. The study analyzed the differences in RSBI measurements obtained by these methods and their ability to predict successful extubation, as well as other related factors, including the influence of different ventilator models, ventilation modes, and parameter settings on RSBI values. RSBI can vary across different patient populations and measurement methods. This study aims to validate the RSBI displayed by ventilators against the traditional standard measurement, providing a reliable predictive capability for successful extubation. Furthermore, it seeks to facilitate clinical application and assist healthcare providers in determining the appropriate timing for extubation, reducing unnecessary prolonged use or premature removal of mechanical ventilation, and thereby lowering the incidence of complications and healthcare costs.
Official title: Comparison of Different Ventilator Measurement Methods of Rapid Shallow Breathing Index With Traditional Methods For Prediction Successful Extubation
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 99 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
200
Start Date
2024-10-16
Completion Date
2025-10-15
Last Updated
2024-10-01
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
RSBI Value Evaluation
Spirometer Measurement: The traditional method for calculating RSBI involves the use of a spirometer (Wright MK20; Ferraris Medical Ltd., Hertford, England), equipped with a disposable bacterial filter at the front end, connected to the artificial airway to measure the minute ventilation of the patient's spontaneous breathing over one minute. Three Measurement Methods from the Ventilator: A. PSV at 5 cmH2O with PEEP at 5 cmH2O B. CPAP at 5 cmH2O C. CPAP at 0 cmH2O. Electrical impedance tomography (EIT) will be secured around the patient's thorax using a silicone belt, positioned at the fifth or sixth intercostal space, with 16 evenly spaced electrodes. Measurement data will be obtained by passing a small electrical current around the chest, utilizing the principle of resistance.