Recruiting NA Cardiac Arrest (CA)

New treatment option for Cardiac Arrest (CA)

Official title Strategies for Defibrillation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06781892

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The "Strategies for Defibrillation during Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest" (STRAT-DEFI) trial is an investigator-initiated, individually randomized, 3-group clinical trial comparing standard anterior-lateral pad positioning with anterior-posterior positioning and double sequential defibrillation during adult out-of-hospital cardiac arrest.
  • 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

  • Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
  • Age ≥ 18 years
  • ≥ 1 manual defibrillation attempt by emergency medical services
  • Shockable rhythm as the last known rhythm
  • Two manual defibrillators present on-site

You likely can't join if

  • Blunt trauma, penetrating trauma, or burn injury suspected to be the cause of the cardiac arrest
  • Prior enrollment in the trial
  • Posterior pad placement not deemed possible by on-site clinician

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Aalborg, Denmark
  • Aarhus N, Denmark
  • Ballerup Municipality, Denmark
  • Næstved, Denmark
  • Vejle, Denmark

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 Aalborg, Denmark; Aarhus N, Denmark; Ballerup Municipality, Denmark; Næstved, Denmark; Vejle, Denmark. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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