Intraoperative Lung Protective Ventilation in Czech Republic

This questionnaire-based study aims to evaluate the adherence to and current clinical practices regarding intraoperative lung-protective ventilation (IOLPV) among anesthesiologists in the Czech Republic. Despite the established role of IOLPV in reducing postoperative pulmonary complications in selected populations, its routine application during general anesthesia for elective surgeries remains variable. The survey focuses on identifying common ventilation strategies, attitudes toward lung recruitment maneuvers, tidal volume selection, use of PEEP, and awareness of existing recommendations. The results will provide insight into national practice patterns, perceived barriers, and educational needs, helping to inform future guidelines, training initiatives, and efforts to enhance patient safety and postoperative outcomes across Czech anesthesia departments.

NCT Number	NCT07282899
Lead Sponsor	Masarykova Nemocnice v Usti nad Labem, Krajska Zdravotni a.s.
Conditions	Intraoperative Lung Protective Ventilation
Enrollment	800 participants
Start Date	2026-02-01
Primary Completion	2026-07-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-08-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-12-15