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New treatment option for Hydrocephalus
Official title Ultrasound (US) Guided External Ventricular Catheter Placement
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06253858
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- To assess the accuracy the SOLOPASS® System US based in the placement of external ventricular drain into the cranial cavity. This study will aim at evaluating the proposed efficacy of the device in targeting the brain ventricles and decrease multiple brain passes, incorrect deployment and malfunctioning of the drain.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Decision made to perform the procedure by the primary consultant
- Age 18 or older
- Neuro ICU stay
- Newly diagnosed hydrocephalus
- Has a recent CT within the past 24 hrs
You likely can't join if
- Age \<18
- Not in Neuro ICU setting
- Previous placement of a ventricular catheter
- More than 50 percent of the fluid compartment is filled with blood by CT scan
- Time to include in the trial prohibited by clinical personnel
See the full eligibility criteria
- Decision made to perform the procedure by the primary consultant
- Age 18 or older
- Neuro ICU stay
- Newly diagnosed hydrocephalus
- Has a recent CT within the past 24 hrs
- Normal platelets and coagulation profile
- No active infection or currently on antibiotics
- The targeted fluid compartment has more than 50 percent CSF vs blood by CT scan imaging
- Age \<18
- Not in Neuro ICU setting
- Previous placement of a ventricular catheter
- More than 50 percent of the fluid compartment is filled with blood by CT scan
- Time to include in the trial prohibited by clinical personnel
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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