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New treatment option for Out-of-hospital Cardiac Arrest (OHCA)
Official title Application of Transesophageal Echocardiography in Pre-hospital Cardiac Arrest Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06672315
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The Use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS), Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE), and Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) in Cardiac Arrest and Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients Studies have shown that POCUS can rapidly change the management in nearly 80% of cases in emergency settings, particularly in environments such as war zones and disaster relief. TTE is highly sensitive in diagnosing acute coronary syndromes and can effectively rule out myocardial infarction.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA)
- Non-traumatic cause of cardiac arrest
You likely can't join if
- Presence of obvious signs of death, such as decapitation, rigor mortis, livor mortis, or decomposition.
- Family explicitly expresses a Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNR) order, or the patient has a documented refusal of resuscitation.
- Any condition that contraindicates the use of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), such as esophageal tumors, preventing probe insertion.
- Patients eligible for ECPR (Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) treatment.
- Spontaneous circulation has already been stabilized before performing TEE.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- New Taipei City, Taiwan
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 New Taipei City, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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