Effects of CPAP on Ventricular Function Modifications

March 7, 2013 updated by: Ospedale S. Giovanni Bosco

Evaluation of the Effects of Intra-thoracic Positive Pressure Applicated With CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) on Ventricular Function in Patients With Chronic Heart Failure: Modification Induced on Baroreflex Sensitivity

To assess modifications of ventricular function induced by CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure).

Study Overview

Status

Withdrawn

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

There are still few studies on the effects of positive intra-thoracic pressure on ventricular function and spontaneous baroreflex sensitivity changes. Aim of the study is to evaluate, in patients with chronic heart failure with an ejection fraction < 40%, the modifications of ventricular function induced by CPAP (Continuos Positive Airway Pressure) application. All the measurament will be made in basal condition (without CPAP) and with CPAP administration at 10 cmH2O via an oro-nasal mask.

Echocardiograpich evaluation: morphologic and hemodynamic evaluation is obtained with an echocardiographic exmination. Left ventricular measurement will be assessed in M-mode, under two dimensional guide) according to American Society of Echocardiography guidelines. Left ventricular ejection fraction will be assessed with Simpson method.

Right ventricle morphology will be evaluated categorizing dimensions in a) normal, b) mild enlargement, c) severely increased and d) reduced. Right ventricle area will also be quantified in tele-diastole and in meso-sistole in apical 4 chamber and parasternal short-axis.

Baroreflex control of heart rate was assessed by "sequence method" analysis of continuous blood pressure recordings obtained in basal condition and during CPAP. Data obtained by non invasive assessment of arterial pressure will be analized and values of arterial systolic, diastolic pressure and pulsatory period for each cardiac cicle will be registered.

Assessment via "sequence method" is founded on identification, every 10 minutes, on sequences characterized by a progressive increase both in pressure both in RR interval or, conversely, by a progressive reduction of pressure and RR interval evaluated on 4 or more cardiac cicles.

Study Type

Interventional

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • Italy
    • Piedmont
      • Torino, Piedmont, Italy, 10154
        • Ospedale San Giovanni Bosco Medicina d'Urgenza

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

18 years to 90 years (Adult, Older Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Diagnosis of heart failure
  • Chronic heart failure
  • Ejection fraction < 40%

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Age < 18 years
  • Permanent atrial fibrillation
  • Infiltrative cardiomyopathy
  • Mild/moderate chronic obstructive lung disease
  • Chronic heart failure
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Chronic kidney failure

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Supportive Care
  • Allocation: Non-Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Single Group Assignment
  • Masking: None (Open Label)

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Evaluation of modification of ventricular function and baroreflex sensitivity of heart rate after CPAP administration

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Ospedale S. Giovanni Bosco

Investigators

  • Study Director: Federico Olliveri, MD, ospedale San Giovanni Bosco ASL4

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start

May 1, 2006

Primary Completion (Anticipated)

December 1, 2012

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

April 2, 2007

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

April 2, 2007

First Posted (Estimate)

April 3, 2007

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

March 8, 2013

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

March 7, 2013

Last Verified

April 1, 2007

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Other Study ID Numbers

  • gbosco4

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