Validation of a New System for Measuring Ventilation and CO₂ Production (NCT07677241) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Validation of a New System for Measuring Ventilation and CO₂ Production
France20 participantsStarted 2026-07-06
Plain-language summary
Gas exchange measurement systems are complex and require specialized facilities and expertise. As a result, access to these measurements remains limited, particularly in the field of sports performance. The aim of this validation study was to compare measurements obtained with a reference device and a new portable system.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Male or female adults (aged ≥ 18 years).
* Individuals affiliated with, or benefiting from, a health insurance or social security scheme.
* Individuals capable of understanding and signing an informed consent form.
* Individuals fluent in French.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Current tobacco smoking.
* Any cardiovascular, respiratory, or musculoskeletal condition that could impair the ability to perform a maximal exercise test.
* Individuals unwilling or unable to provide written informed consent.
* Individuals with hierarchical, family, or close personal relationships with the principal investigator.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Comparison of ventilatory flow (VE) and carbon dioxide output (VCO₂) measurements obtained using the two systems.
Timeframe: During the 5-minute rest period and throughout the exercise test until exhaustion. 30 minutes total.