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New treatment option for Trauma
Official title SWiFT Canada (Study of Whole Blood in Frontline Trauma)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06495294
What this study is testing
What is Whole Blood?
Whole Blood is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for trauma.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- Traumatic injuries affect people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. The Global Burden of Disease study showed that globally in 2019, there were more than 4.4 million deaths due to injury.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 16 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patient who has suffered a traumatic injury
- Attended by a participating Ornge AAS clinical team
- Requires prehospital blood transfusion to treat major traumatic hemorrhage
You likely can't join if
- Pediatric (age \<16 or transported to pediatric trauma centre [if age unknown])
- No intravenous or intraosseous access (should be assessed prior to opening box)
- Knowledge that patient will object to being given blood transfusion for any reasons
- Blood already administered on-scene, prior to arrival of the participating Ornge AAS
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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, 16 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.