PEP-device for Treatment of Swimming-induced Pulmonary Edema (SIPE)
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
In swimming induced pulmonary edema (SIPE), there is a lack of knowledge regarding optimal treatment. The present study was designed to assess the benefit of treatment with positive expiratory pressure device (PEP-device) compared to spontaneous recovery in patients with SIPE without hypoxia in the out-of-hospital environment.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * clinical diagnosis of swimming induced pulmonary edema (SIPE) with need of acute treatment * peripheral oxygen saturation ≥92% * 18 years or older * informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * declined consent * suspected acute coronary syndrome * severe asthma diagnosed together with pulmonary edema with requirement of beta-agonist-inhalation prior to treatment of pulmonary edema * hemodynamic instability or decreased consciousness