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New treatment option for Blood Pressure
Official title The Continuity Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07216573
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- A before and after interventional cohort study comparing intermittent blood pressure measurement using the oscillometric arm cuff to continuous noninvasive blood pressure (cNIBP) measurement using the VitaWave finger cuffs in subjects undergoing elective surgery in an outpatient setting.
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
- Signed informed consent
- Age ≥ 18 years
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status ≥ 2
- Scheduled for elective noncardiac surgery with intermittent arterial blood pressure monitoring using oscillometric arm cuff
You likely can't join if
- Patient who is known to be pregnant
- Patient with existing or planned arterial pressure catheter
- Patient in whom systolic arterial pressure differs by more than 20 mmHg between the right and left arms
- Inability to place oscillometric cuff on the subject's upper extremity
- Extreme contraction of the smooth muscle in the arteries and arterioles of the lower arm and hand, such as may be present in patients with Raynaud's...
- Finger or hand deformity that prevents proper placement of finger cuff by visual inspection
See the full eligibility criteria
- Signed informed consent
- Age ≥ 18 years
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status ≥ 2
- Scheduled for elective noncardiac surgery with intermittent arterial blood pressure monitoring using oscillometric arm cuff
- Patient who is known to be pregnant
- Patient with existing or planned arterial pressure catheter
- Patient in whom systolic arterial pressure differs by more than 20 mmHg between the right and left arms
- Inability to place oscillometric cuff on the subject's upper extremity
- Extreme contraction of the smooth muscle in the arteries and arterioles of the lower arm and hand, such as may be present in patients with Raynaud's disease
- Finger or hand deformity that prevents proper placement of finger cuff by visual inspection
- Inability to place finger cuffs due to subject anatomy, condition, or obstructive paraphernalia (such as false nails)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Rochester, New York, 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 Rochester, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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